Manchin Votes For Fellow West Virginian, Doug Parker, To Lead Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) voted for fellow West Virginian Doug Parker to lead the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Doug Parker is from Bluefield, West Virginia and has previously served at Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) and the Department of Labor (DOL).

 

“Today I voted for fellow West Virginian, Doug Parker of Bluefield, to lead the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Mr. Parker is a dedicated public servant who has extensive experience fighting for better, safer workplaces at OSHA, MSHA, and UMWA. His experience uniquely qualifies him to lead OSHA in fighting for the safety of our hard-working fellow Americans. I am proud to vote for a fellow West Virginian to serve the American people and look forward to working with Mr. Parker to ensure safe workplaces for all West Virginians and Americans.”