S 568 · 97th Congress · Labor and Employment
A bill to amend the Federal Mine Saftey and Health Act of 1977.
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EnactedLatest: Read second time and referred to Senate Committee on Labor and Human Resources.(1981-02-26)
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Amends the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 to provide for the issuance of a citation to a mine operator violating a nonserious mandatory health or safety standard. Defines a nonserious violation as one not threatening imminent bodily injury or death. Exempts mines with 15 or less employees from Federal supervision if a State has enacted legislation protecting miners. Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to assist a State in establishing and maintaining mine safety programs.…
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