House Appropriations, Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch, April 5, 2022

Chairman Ryan, Ranking Member Herrera Beutler, and Members of the Legislative Branch Subcommittee, thank you for allowing me the opportunity to submit for the record this statement regarding the budget request for FY 2023 for the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights (OCWR). On behalf of the Board and staff of our office, I would like to express our appreciation for this Subcommittee’s continued support of the OCWR and its mission to advance workplace rights, safety, and health for employees in the legislative branch, and accessibility for members of the public. This year, the OCWR is requesting to remain at the FY 2022 funding level of $7,500,000, with $2,000,000 remaining available until September 30, 2024. The OCWR is also requesting one additional FTE.