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Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has issued a final rule intended to ensure workers “have access to clear and consistent information about the risks they may face from toxic substances.”

Arlington, VA — As the Mine Safety and Health Administration works toward publishing a proposed rule on respirable crystalline silica, agency administrator Chris Williamson is encouraging mine workers and operators to “take proactive measures” to assess silica-related health hazards.

Washington — Citing data that shows hospitalizations “may increase significantly in the coming weeks,” OSHA has extended its revised National Emphasis Program on COVID-19 until further notice.

Washington — A State Plan covering Massachusetts’ state and local government employees is a step closer to reality after OSHA recently published a proposed rule outlining its initial approval.

Trenton, NJ — A coalition of state attorneys general has written a letter supporting OSHA’s proposed changes to the agency’s injury and illness recordkeeping rules.

Washington — OSHA is requesting public comment on a proposed rule that would revise the agency’s standards on occupational exposure to lead in general industry and construction.

Washington — The House is seeking approximately $712 million for OSHA’s fiscal year 2023 budget – a roughly $100 million increase from FY 22, according to a draft of its appropriations bill released June 22.

Washington — An update to OSHA’s Hazard Communication standard could happen as soon as December, according to the Department of Labor’s latest regulatory agenda.

Washington — The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee on July 22 voted to advance Robin Hutcheson’s nomination as administrator for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Washington — Chemical Safety Board Chair and CEO Katherine Lemos has submitted her resignation and will step down July 22, the agency has confirmed.