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Idaho Farmworkers Get Heat and Smoke Aid | Boise News
Farmworkers in Idaho are getting critical lifesaving gear—N95 masks, gloves, and hydration—directly in the fields thanks to the Idaho Organization of Resource Councils, fueled by the JJ Saldaña Heat and Smoke Fund. With no state regulations protecting them from extreme heat or wildfire smoke, these essential workers, who feed the nation, are stepping in to fill the gap. Volunteers deliver supplies to rural fields, ensuring workers aren’t forced to pay for safety themselves. Funded by community donations and local businesses, this grassroots effort honors the dignity of those who labor under…
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