John Mica: “Let me read one line here in the Declaration of Independence. It says ``He has erected a multitude of new offices, and…”

“Let me read one line here in the Declaration of Independence. It says ``He has erected a multitude of new offices, and sent hither swarms of officers to harass our people, and eat out their substance.'' This is exactly what Washington, DC, has done, and what this agency has done. OSHA has driven our employees out of business, it has harassed our businesses, and operates in conflict with the principles of the Constitution. In fact, our employers and our business men and women in this country are guilty until proven innocent. Here is another regulation that will send swarms of new officers into our workplaces, harass our people who are trying to create jobs, keep jobs in this country, and make sense out of an agency that is totally out of control. Pass this amendment and send OSHA a message that this rule and OSHA's oppressive actions must stop.”