Be It Further Resolved, that LCLLA demands that OSHA greatly increase the number of inspectors who

speak languages other than English;

Be it Resolved, that LCLAA demands that Congress appropriate additional funding for enforcement of safety

and health laws in general and increased funding targeted to reducing fatalities, injuries and occupational

diseases among immigrant workers; and

Be it further resolved, that LCLAA demands that Congress legislate a strict time table for the promulgation of

all standards on OSHA's regulatory agenda as of 2001 and appropriate the funds so that needed standards be

issued; and,

Be it further resolved, that LCLAA demand that Congress enacts the Protect America's Workers' Act (HR

2049; S 1244) which increases civil and criminal penalties for certain OSHA violators , increased protections

for whistleblowers under OSHA;.and,

Be it further resolved, that letters be sent to members of congress and OSHA with copies of this resolution.

Respectfully submitted by:

New York City LCLAA Chapter

Albany/Capital District Chapter

Westchester County LCLAA Chapter

REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE: CIVIL and HUMAN RIGHTS

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