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MS HB550
Bill
Status
2/2/2010
Primary Sponsor
James Evans
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 41-3-15 of Mississippi Code of 1972 to authorize the State Board of Health to establish an Office of Occupational Safety and Health within the State Department of Health.
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The Office of Occupational Safety and Health shall collect and evaluate data on occupational health conditions and needs.
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The office shall conduct policy analysis, policy development, and economic impact studies regarding occupational health issues.
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The office shall develop and implement plans, provide technical assistance to health systems, assist in professional recruitment and retention, and establish information clearinghouses for occupational health care information.
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Effective date: July 1, 2010.
Legislative Description
State Board of Health; authorize to establish Office of Occupational Safety and Health in Department of Health.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2010