Bill Information

An Act regulating chemical substances; providing for community protection from these substances; requiring disclosure of the identity of these substances by employers and the labeling of hazardous materials; requiring material safety data on hazardous substances to be given to employees; requiring employers to operate educational programs relating to hazardous substances; providing for further duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; requiring employers handling hazardous substances to cooperate with local government officials and emergency personnel; further providing for complaint procedures, for investigations, and for compliance orders and the enforcement thereof; providing penalties; making a repeal; and making an appropriation.