Oregon lawmakers on Monday approved a bill that would significantly increase the penalties businesses face when they violate workplace safety rules, bringing the state in line with federal standards. The Oregon House passed Senate Bill 592A 35-23 on a mostly party-line vote, sending it Gov. Tina Kotek’s desk for final approval. The bill would go into effect immediately after the governor signs it. Rep. Kevin Mannix of Salem was the only Republican who voted in favor of the bill. Read more at the link in our bio. #OSHA #theoregonian #orpolitics #politics #oregon