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Introduced
09/28/2017
09/28/2017
In Committee
Crossed Over
10/04/2017
10/04/2017
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
SENATE, Thursday, September 28, 2017 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to further define standards of employee safety (Senate, No. 2072),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2167).
AI Summary
This bill aims to further define standards of employee safety. It amends the existing Massachusetts law by striking out the words "authority hereof" and inserting "this section or section 6 ½" in Section 6 of Chapter 149 of the General Laws. It also replaces Section 6 ½ of Chapter 149 with a new section that requires public employers to provide public employees with at least the level of protection provided under the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act, including the general duty clause. The bill also establishes an occupational health and safety hazard advisory board to evaluate injury and illness data, recommend safety measures, and monitor the effectiveness of safety programs. The Department of Labor is required to promulgate regulations to enforce this new section and consult with the advisory board before adopting or amending the regulations.
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
For House actions, see H3952 (on 01/18/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2167 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2167.pdf |
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