SOCIETY EVENTS

S4TWH Town Hall: Understanding Federal Changes and Protecting Worker Health

 Monday, February 23, 2026 11:30–1:00 pm MST
 Virtual Session 

This S4TWH Town Hall will convene members for a focused discussion on recent federal actions affecting occupational safety, industrial hygiene, and public health. With reductions in force, funding constraints, and agency restructuring underway, the session will provide clear, factual updates on current developments and their implications for worker protection.

The town hall will feature an overview of federal changes, insights into impacts on research, standards, and enforcement capacity, and perspectives from practitioners experiencing these shifts in their day-to-day work. Participants will have the opportunity to share concerns, ask questions, and engage in constructive dialogue with peers across sectors.  The event will conclude with a forward-looking discussion on advocacy and engagement, highlighting practical tools and collective strategies for sustaining worker health and safety during this period of change