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This section contains information on safety requirements, labor law notices and a program for working low-income parents.
Occupational Safety and Health
Earned Income Credit
Employee Notices to Post
JOHNSON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
10 N. Caddo PMB 215, Cleburne, Texas 76031
Phone: 817-556-6985 - Fax: 817-556-6160 - E-mail:
jcedc@digitex.net
