Regulations/Legislation

OSHA moves to overturn 2036 deadline for fixed ladder requirements

Washington — OSHA is seeking to eliminate its November 2036 deadline for employers to install personal fall arrest or safety systems on certain fixed...

Senators introduce their version of the Pro Codes Act

Washington — A bipartisan group of senators has introduced its version of the Pro Codes Act, which would provide copyright protection for voluntary standards...

Colorado House committee advances bill on heat and cold stress protections

Denver — A bill aimed at protecting workers from extreme heat and cold was approved March 18 by the Colorado House’s Health and Human...

House hearing explores ‘hurdles’ related to federal workers’ comp programs

Washington — Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle met this month to talk about what’s making it hard for some injured workers in...
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House committee approves bill that would tighten CDL standards

Washington — The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has advanced legislation aimed at ensuring commercial driver’s license holders maintain English language proficiency and requiring...

Bipartisan railroad safety bill would keep people involved in track inspections

Washington — Recently introduced bipartisan legislation is aimed at curbing train derailments by requiring railroads to conduct both automated and visual track inspections. The Secure...

Lawmakers in Colorado want to shield workplace safety rules from federal rollbacks

Denver — A pair of Colorado lawmakers have introduced a bill that would maintain the state’s current health and safety standards even if the...

Bipartisan Railway Safety Act reintroduced in the Senate

Washington — A bipartisan group of eight Senators has reintroduced legislation focused on strengthening safety related to trains carrying hazardous materials. Introduced on Feb. 24...
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Bipartisan group of lawmakers renew call for passage of rail safety bill

Washington — A group of lawmakers, labor union leaders and local leaders is renewing its push for Congress to pass the bipartisan Rail Safety...

Lawmakers renew push for side underride guards on trucks

Washington — Legislation recently introduced in both the House and Senate would require underride guards on the sides of new trucks in an effort...

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