Labor Department Seeks to Roll Back Workplace Safety Rules | JQJO

The U.S. Department of Labor plans to revise or eliminate over 60 workplace regulations, citing the need to reduce burdens on businesses. Changes affect minimum wage for home healthcare workers, protections for migrant farmworkers, construction site lighting, and mine safety procedures. The administration argues this will boost economic growth, while critics warn of increased worker risks, particularly for women and minorities. These proposals are subject to public comment before implementation.