SBREFA: Key Points for Small Business
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OSBP serves as DOLs Ombudsman for small businesses under the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 (SBREFA). OSBP is a resource for small businesses seeking information regarding the rules and regulations the Department administers.
You should also visit DOL's Compliance Assistance section and OSBP's Small Business Resource Center page for information to help you understand the rules and regulations the Department administers.
Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 (SBREFA) Key Points for Small Business
Finding Out What DOL Laws Require
Helpful Materials: What Is Available and Who Do I Call?
Central Contact Point:
SBREFA requires federal agencies to make currently existing pamphlets, handbooks, and other compliance materials available to small businesses through a central source. At DOL, your central contact point is the Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) on 1-888-9-SBREFA.
Local DOL Offices:
These materials are also available from your local or Regional DOL office.
Internet:
Many of these materials are available from the Compliance Assistance Web portal.
Compliance Guides for New Regulations:
For many new regulations issued after June 28, 1996, SBREFA requires agencies to write compliance guides that explain in plain language what the new regulations require. The guides are available through OSBP, the Regional Offices, and the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Small Business Development Centers (for the one nearest you, call SBA at (800) 827-5722).
Compliance Advice: Answering Your Questions
Registering Complaints About DOL Enforcement
SBA Ombudsman and Regional Small Business Regulatory Fairness Boards
Recovering Legal Fees and Expenses
Obtaining Reductions/Waivers of Penalties
Influencing New Regulations
How Do I Find Out What New DOL Regulations Are Being Considered?
How Do I Submit My Comments?
Improving DOL Small Business Services
Call OSBP With Your Suggestions:
(202) 693-6460 or 1-888-9-SBREFA
U.S. Department of Labor Enforcement Agencies Contact List
Topic |
Toll-Free Number |
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All DOL Topics |
1-866-4-USA-DOL (1-866-487-2365) |
Wage and Hour Questions |
1-866-4US-WAGE (1-866-487-9243) |
Employment and Training Questions |
1-877-US-2JOBS (1-877-872-5627) |
Employment Benefits Security |
1-866-444-3272 |
Workplace Safety and Health Questions |
1-800-321-OSHA (1-800-321-6742) |
TTY Number All Topics |
1-877-889-5627 |
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