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In 1970, Congress enacted the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 ("OSH Act"). 84 Stat. 1590 (codified at 29 USC 553, 651-678 (2002)). The OSH Act specifically authorized the Secretary of Labor to promulgate national health and safety standards. 29 USC 655(a). 29 USC § 667. 29 USC § 634(a). 29 USC § 657. 29 USC § 657 (c). ................
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