February 27, 2017
Washington – A resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act seeks to overturn a final rule from OSHA clarifying employers’ “ongoing obligation” to make and maintain accurate records of work-related injury and illness data.
On Feb. 21, Rep. Bradley Byrne (R-AL) introduced a resolution to block the so-called “Volks” rule from taking effect and prevent future administrations from promulgating a similar rule. Byrne, who is the chairman of the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, said the final rule – published Dec. 19 – failed to improve safety for workers.
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