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MA S2372

MA S2372
Relative to workplace safety


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Introduced
10/17/2019
In Committee
10/17/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to workplace safety,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2372).

AI Summary

This bill amends the state's laws to enhance workplace safety requirements for certain procurement contracts and trench excavation permits. For procurement contracts over $50,000, it requires bidders to disclose any Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) violations in the past 4 years, and allows procurement officers to consider this information when evaluating bids. The bill also requires contractors to obtain similar information from subcontractors and provide regular updates. For trench excavation permits, applicants must disclose any past OSHA violations, as well as any prior issues with trench permits, such as suspensions, fines, or site shutdowns. This information can be used by permitting authorities when evaluating applications.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development (J)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 10/17/2019)

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