Oversight collapse leads to mine safety issues

By The Center for Public Integrity

Failures of mine safety oversight body blamed for fatal disasters

Excerpts from this story referencing "Mine Safety and Health Administration":

"… safety, with much of the blame falling on the beleaguered shoulders of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA). The problems began to dribble out after a series of disasters made …"

Labor secretary leaves legacy of worker protections and unfinished business

By Chris Hamby

Labor Secretary Hilda Solis leaves behind a department advocates say increased enforcement but left worker safety rules unfinished.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Hilda Solis":

"… the financial crisis.  …"