OSHA ETS Clarification Act of 2022

Senate Bill 3555 - OSHA ETS Clarification Act of 2022: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 3555 OSHA ETS Clarification Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 4:48 AM

Congressional Summary of S 3555

OSHA ETS Clarification Act of 2022

This bill limits the scope of the Department of Labor's authority to issue emergency temporary standards concerning safety and health to dangers or hazards specific to the workplace.

Currently, Labor may issue an emergency standard upon determining that (1) employees are exposed to a new danger or hazard, and (2) the emergency standard is necessary to protect employees.

Under this bill, Labor must also determine that the danger or hazard arises exclusively from or is specific to the workplace covered by the emergency standard.

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Current Status of Bill S 3555

Bill S 3555 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 2, 2022. Bill S 3555 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on February 2, 2022. Bill S 3555's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of February 2, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3555

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3555

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Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3555

OSHA ETS Clarification Act of 2022

A bill to amend the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 to clarify the scope of the authority for emergency temporary standards, and for other purposes.