40 partner teams will be sent to assist local, state, and Tribal governments. The Department of Energy (DOE) awarded $27 million to 40 local governments that require technical…
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Labor 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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FAA Allocates Funding to Enhance Traffic Control Tower Operations
Investments will support safety upgrades and operations at regional airports in 17 states. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is providing $20 million to enhance 20 airport-owned airport traffic…
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Legislation Would Require Data Analysis of Federal Remote Work
The bill is intended to reveal the statistical pros and cons of teleworking. Senators Gary Peters of Michigan and Joni Ernst of Iowa have proposed legislation that would…
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Proposed OSHA Rule Supports Employees’ Rights During Inspections
The move would clarify guidelines for designating representatives, enhancing fairness and effectiveness in OSHA inspections. The U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule regarding employee rights to…
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Labor Department Reports February Employment Numbers
The unemployment rate has returned to pre-pandemic levels. The Labor Department released the February edition of the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey, showing there were 1.36 job…
Read MoreMine Safety Inspections Reveal Violations Across Nine States
MSHA reports 207 safety hazards, and issues citations to mines. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) conducted impact inspections at 13 mines across…
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Transportation Department Proposes Phase-Out of Domestic Products Waiver
The administration says the policy under the 1983 Buy America program does not align with domestic manufacturing goals. The Department of Transportation (DOT) introduced a rule that would…
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USDA Awards Rural Energy Grants
$2.2 billion investment to increase electric reliability for 2 million rural residents. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that 39 rural energy projects have been selected to…
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Interior Department Awards Grants to Clean Up Orphaned Oil and Gas Wells
The funding is allotted under infrastructure legislation. The Department of the Interior announced guidance for states, offering up to $30 million in matching grant funds under the Bipartisan…
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