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House opposes OSHA's workplace vaccine mandate

This resolution from the House of Representatives expresses disapproval of a rule by the OSHA agency that required large companies to ensure their employees were vaccinated against COVID-19 or tested weekly and wore masks. It means the House believes employers and employees should not be penalized for not getting vaccinated under this specific rule.
Key points
The House of Representatives opposes the COVID-19 workplace vaccine mandate for large companies issued by the OSHA agency.
The resolution argues that OSHA overstepped its authority because COVID-19 is not a workplace-specific risk.
The House states that employers and employees should not face penalties for not complying with this mandate.
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Print number: 117_HRES_779
Sponsor: Rep. Gibbs, Bob [R-OH-7]
Process start date: 2021-11-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress disapproves of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Vaccine Mandate.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_779.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The House of Representatives opposes the COVID-19 workplace vaccine mandate for large companies issued by the OSHA agency.
  • The resolution argues that OSHA overstepped its authority because COVID-19 is not a workplace-specific risk.
  • The House states that employers and employees should not face penalties for not complying with this mandate.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Gibbs, Bob [R-OH-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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