H.R.3139

Public Service Worker Protection Act

Introduced·5/1/25

Expands Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 to include public employees.

The Public Service Worker Protection Act amends the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 to include public employees within its coverage. This change applies to federal, state, and local government workplaces. The amendments take effect 90 days after the bill's enactment, with a 36-month delay for states and political subdivisions without an approved state plan.

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Current
Education and Workforce Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

May 1, 2025

House

Introduced in House

May 1, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.