Senate Hearing on Chemical Safety Board Nominees
January 1, 2021
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The Frame
The confirmation of these three members will determine the leadership and investigative direction of the federal agency tasked with identifying the s of industrial chemical accidents at facilities across the United States.
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Industrial chemical facilities
These facilities are subject to CSB investigations and safety recommendations following chemical accidents.
Labor organizations
These groups receive safety recommendations from the CSB to improve workplace conditions.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2021.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on July 29, 2021, to review three nominees for the CSB.
- The CSB was established by the Clean Air Amendments Act of 1990 and became operational in 1998.
- The CSB's primary mandate is to investigate the root causes of industrial chemical accidents at fixed facilities.
- The CSB provides safety recommendations to industrial facilities, government agencies, and labor groups.
- The hearing included testimony and prepared statements from nominees Jennifer Beth Sass, Sylvia E. Johnson, and Stephen A. Owens.
- The record includes additional materials from the American Chemistry Council and a letter of concern signed by 22 organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigations Board (CSB)?
Who were the nominees discussed at this hearing?
Why It Matters
The confirmation of these three members will determine the leadership and investigative direction of the federal agency tasked with identifying the s of industrial chemical accidents at facilities across the United States.
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Focus on Environmental Justice
The subcommittee name includes 'Environmental Justice,' reflecting a broader scope for the committee's oversight compared to traditional chemical safety committees.
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