OAKLAND -- A number of bills have surfaced in recent weeks in the state Legislature related to occupational safety and health. Following is a synopsis of the legislation:AB 643, introduced by Assemblyman Gene Mullin (D-San Mateo) is another attempt to reform the way appointments are made to the Cal/OSH Standards Board. It would permit members whose terms have expired to hold office up to 60 days after their terms are finished. If the governor fails to appoint a successor after 60 days, appointing
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