M. Patricia Smith

M. Patricia Smith is an accomplished American attorney and government official who served as the U.S. Assistant Secretary of Labor for OSHA from 2009 to 2017. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing workplace safety and health regulations to protect workers across the country. Smith has also held senior positions in various legal and government agencies, advocating for policies that promote safety, fairness, and equitable treatment in the workplace. Her work often focuses on improving occupational safety standards and supporting workers’ rights through policy development and enforcement.