"When we discuss the health of miners, we must discuss finding ways to end black lung disease, and also to help those suffering from the disease secure the benefits they deserve."
"What is the impact of this lack of coverage for this group of workers? What would you recommend Congress do to address this problem of incomplete coverage?"
"I think it would make a big difference if--and we are talking about the tiny number of employers who really treat their workers this way, but we need to send them a message because these workers--that..."
"I find it inexcusable that given these current conditions, a House budget bill would cut $32 million from OSHA's already sparse enforcement budget."
"I want to commend you, because that is my life's work."
"I ask unanimous consent that the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluations' research brief showing that increases in cost sharing can discourage low income individuals from access..."
"I stand strong with the more than 150 House and Senate Democrats who sent a letter to President Obama this week to express our strong support of this overtime rule."
"Chairman Walberg, I want to thank you again for holding this hearing and giving us an opportunity to discuss the Department of Labor's proposed overtime rule."
"A salary and a title are no protections against oppressive overwork and never have been."
"Retail store managers like Dawn Hughey, who was paid a salary of less than $35,000 a year, are sometimes forced to work as many as 90 hours a week."
"All Americans deserve a fair day's pay for a fair day's work."