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Washington – A coalition of groups supporting worker rights, Latino rights and the environment are urging the Environmental Protection Agency to strengthen legal protections for farmworkers at risk for pesticide exposure.

Washington – A new House bill would increase the federal weight limit for trucks traveling on interstates to 97,000 pounds from 80,000 pounds.

Sacramento, CA – Out-of-state professional athletes would not be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits from California for cumulative injuries under a new bill introduced Feb. 25.

Washington – OSHA’s current efforts are not enough to help the agency fully determine the effectiveness of its federal and state enforcement activities, concludes a new report from the Government Accountability Office.

If Congress fails to reach a deficit reduction deal by the end of the month, automatic across-the-board spending cuts – known as sequestration – will go into effect.

Irving, TX – A free online game from the American College of Emergency Physicians and Legacy Games aims to help families prepare for disasters and emergencies.

Sydney – Men who spend four or more hours a day sitting may be at higher risk for diabetes and other chronic conditions, according to a new study from the University of Western Sydney.

Davenport, IA – Indoor playgrounds at restaurants may contain bacteria, broken equipment and trash that pose health and safety risks to children, finds a new study from Kaplan University.

Two separate House bills seek to bring change to OSHA. Read about the proposals and more in this week’s OSHA Roundup.

Washington – The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is scheduled to host a public forum on March 14 in West Palm Beach, FL, to discuss state-issued exemptions for reporting excavation activities.