President’s administration denied deference in labor-related litigation. The Supreme Court ruled that the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) overstepped its authority by halting the termination of Starbucks employees…
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Lisa Gomez, Assistant Secretary of Labor for Employee Benefits Security
Lisa Gomez, Assistant Secretary of Labor for Employee Benefits Security
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Departments of Justice and Labor Fine Federal Contractor for Discrimination
The civil penalty was levied over a “whites only” job posting. This week, the Departments of Justice and Labor fined a Virginia-based tech company that is a federal…
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Labor Department Invests in Support for Job Quality in Critical Care Sectors
The funding is focused on training for caring industry roles. The U.S. Department of Labor announced $12 million in additional funding aimed at enhancing job quality and expanding…
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Douglas Parker, Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health
Douglas Parker, Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health
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Labor Department Launches Youth Apprenticeship Week
The inaugural observance highlights opportunities for youth and young adults across the nation. The Department of Labor announced its inaugural Youth Apprenticeship Week, from May 5-11, featuring 320…
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Labor Department Finalizes Silica Dust Protections for Miners
The rule lowers the permissible exposure limit and implements an overexposure protocol. The Department of Labor finalized a rule protecting miners from silica dust exposure this month, lowering…
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Labor Department Announces “Workers Memorial Day“ Events
The agency is hosting events to commemorate workers fatally injured on the job. President Joe Biden’s administration will observe Workers Memorial Day on April 28, and the Department…
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Labor Department Launches Initiative to Support Women in Apprenticeships
The grants seek to close gender gaps in skill trades and emerging industries. The U.S. Department of Labor recently announced a $6 million funding opportunity to promote women’s…
Read MoreLabor Department Awards Funding to Youth Workforce Transition Programs
Over $10 million will be split between four states for underserved communities. The Department of Labor announced $10.5 million in funding for funded youth workforce transition programs. This…
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