Stephen Lynch actually said...

It should be providing them with the protective equipment that they need and facilitating their use of that equipment.

These officers and agents should be allowed to take reasonable precautions in order to safeguard their health.

Today's hearing is especially intended to review existing policies at key Federal agencies relating to employee precautionary behavior.

As Chair of the Federal Workforce Subcommittee, it is my responsibility to ensure the health and safety of our Federal employees.