The Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, chaired by Representative Ryan Mackenzie, will hold a hearing titled “Strengthening Federal Workers’ Compensation Programs: Ensuring Integrity, Efficiency, and Access” at 10:15 a.m. on March 18 in the Rayburn House Office Building, according to a March 11 announcement.
The hearing aims to address issues related to the integrity, efficiency, and accessibility of federal workers’ compensation programs. The event is open to the press and will be live-streamed on the Committee’s YouTube page.
The House Education and Workforce Committee manages federal programs concerning education, labor, health and workforce development, according to the official website. The committee also influences policy on matters such as student loans and worker protections, as reported by its official website.
Additionally, the committee serves in the legislative sector with jurisdiction over education and labor matters according to its official website.
Observers may look for updates from this hearing as lawmakers discuss potential improvements or reforms to federal workers’ compensation systems.
