H.R. 2844Heading to a voteJobs & the economy
Bill would codify OSHA safety program, rename it for Michael Enzi
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 2844 makes OSHA's voluntary safety program permanent law and renames it after Michael Enzi.45-second read · 5 questions answered below
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What does this do?
The bill formally establishes OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program in law, renaming it the "Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program." Participating employers must apply, self-check their safety programs yearly, and undergo OSHA site visits meant to help rather than penalize, though serious hazards must be fixed within 90 days. Approved sites are exempt from routine random inspections, and OSHA must modernize its technology and track program outcomes, including injuries or deaths.
Who does it affect?
The bill mainly affects employers who volunteer to join, including manufacturers and construction firms, along with their employees and the OSHA staff who administer the program.
Why does it matter?
Formal codification and inspection exemptions could shift how safety oversight works at participating worksites and how OSHA allocates staff time and resources.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- 5% of OSHA budget required
- no cost to employers to join
- rules and tech upgrades due in 2 years
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote — You are here
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: it's headed for a House floor vote. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- April 10, 2025
- Latest action:
- March 3, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 463.
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