Legislative lowdown: Federal court strikes down workplace-related mental illness reporting rule
The court sided with Exxon in a case that challenged OSHA’s authority to mandate that businesses report mental illnesses connected with the workplace.

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The court sided with Exxon in a case that challenged OSHA’s authority to mandate that businesses report mental illnesses connected with the workplace.
“Making sure people are safe and communicating with them…just to understand how you can provide really personalized support for somebody’s individual circumstances is the starting out point.”
Security consultants said they’re receiving inquiries from employers concerned about preventing a deadly shooting like the one that occurred in midtown Manhattan.
The policy change comes as the Trump administration seeks to slash OSHA’s budget and reduce the number of worksite inspections the agency performs.
The move comes as many other European countries have imposed heat protections for workers but the US has largely resisted federal rules.
There are several steps California employers are required to take, and can consider taking, to keep their employees safe.
Employers whose employees are exposed to 80-degree temperatures or higher must provide access to drinking water, rest breaks, and shade under new regulations.
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