[Congressional Bills 110th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1154 Engrossed in House (EH)]


                In the House of Representatives, U. S.,

                                                        April 30, 2008.
Whereas each year, more than 5,500 workers are killed due to workplace-related 
        injuries in the United States, and more than 2,000,000 workers across 
        the world die of workplace-related accidents and diseases;
Whereas each day, an average of 16 workers are killed due to workplace injuries 
        in the United States;
Whereas there are more than 4,000,000 occupational injuries and illnesses in the 
        United States annually;
Whereas tens of thousands of Americans with workplace injuries or illness become 
        permanently disabled;
Whereas worldwide, more people are killed each year at work than in wars;
Whereas observing Workers Memorial Day allows us to honor and remember victims 
        of workplace injuries and disease; and
Whereas observing Workers Memorial Day reminds us of the need to strive for 
        better worker safety and health protections: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) recognizes Workers Memorial Day to honor and remember workers 
        who have been killed or injured in the workplace;
            (2) recognizes the importance of worker health and safety standards;
            (3) encourages the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 
        industries, employers and employees to support activities aimed at 
        increasing awareness of the importance of preventing illness, injury, 
        and death in the workplace; and
            (4) calls upon the people of the United States to observe such a day 
        with appropriate ceremonies and respect.
            Attest:

                                                                          Clerk.