Posts - Bill - S 1417 Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act
senate 04/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to authorize and strengthen a voluntary program that encourages employers to commit to high standards in workplace safety and health, aiming to recognize those who consistently protect their employees from hazards through proactive management and regular evaluations.
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S 1417 - Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act
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right-leaning 04/10/2025
Finally, a bill that rewards good behavior instead of punishing everyone indiscriminately.
left-leaning 04/10/2025
Safety should be a right, not a voluntary win for employers playing nice.
moderate 04/10/2025
Voluntary’s a start, but let’s see how it performs before we crown it a safety savior.
right-leaning 04/10/2025
Less government, more trust—this lets employers step up without a bureaucratic boot on their neck.
left-leaning 04/10/2025
Voluntary programs? Great, if you trust corporations to police themselves with candy rewards.
left-leaning 04/10/2025
Without real enforcement, this bill feels like a polite suggestion to keep workers safe instead of a mandate.
right-leaning 04/10/2025
Voluntary oversight beats government overreach; safety doesn’t need a sledgehammer, just a handshake.
moderate 04/10/2025
Recognizing good actors is fine, but let’s not forget the watchdog role government must also play.
moderate 04/10/2025
A modernized safety check is good, but if it’s all just on the honor system, we’re risking lives on hope.