HR 168 · 97th Congress · Labor and Employment

A bill to amend title 39, United States Code, to provide that the United States Postal Service shall be subject to certain provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.

Introduced 1981-01-05· Sponsored by Rep. Clay, William (Bill) [D-MO-1]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Subcommittee on Postal Personnel and Modernization.(1981-02-09)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Subjects the United States Postal Service to all provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, except provisions setting forth requirements for the establishment and maintenance of an occupational health and safety program by the head of each Federal agency. Designates the postal officer or employee in charge at the place of work as the "employer." Sets forth penalties for any employer whose violation of any occupational health and safety standard causes the death of any employee.…

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Cosponsors (20)

17 Democrats2 Republicans1 Independent