2021 House Bill 4756

Increase OSHA employer fines and sanctions in epidemic

Introduced in the House

April 29, 2021

Introduced by Rep. Helena Scott (D-7)

To increase from $7,000 to $15,000 the penalty on an employer cited for “a serious violation” of the state occupational safety and health law (OSHA), including an “occupational safety and health order issued during an emergency declared by the governor because of a contagious disease”.

Referred to the Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent