Labor Department ends takeover threat of N C OSHA office
The federal Labor Department suspended plans to take over North Carolina OSHA after a fire killed 25 people. Governor Martin welcomed the decision, noting NC will retain control and push safety reforms. State lawmakers had proposed 14 workplace safety bills to strengthen inspectors and programs.
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Martin urges swift action on prison bonds in Raleigh
Gov. Jim Martin visited Central Prison saying criminals lack fear due to space shortages. He urged legislators to finalize $87.5 million of a $200 million bond package approved in 1990 to fund more prison capacity as inmates protested inside.
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North Carolina House Passes Fifth Workplace Safety Measure
The House approved a 77 to 31 vote on a workplace safety bill aimed at high risk firms as part of a 14 bill package after Hamlet plant fire fatalities. Supporters say it targets troubled industries while opponents warn of overreach and mini unions. The rule would use insurance experience modifiers to identify affected companies.
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