The company had minors working in hazardous conditions according to child labor laws. The Department of Labor has issued a fine against a Kentucky warehouse for violating child…
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DHS Seeks Changes to Work Visas
The department is trying to increase efficiency and improve processes. The Department of Homeland Security announced a series of plans that would change how the government grants work…
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Federal Judge Rules in FTC’s Favor in Telemarketing Case
Companies held liable for deceptive practices. A federal judge in Illinois upheld the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) case that began in 2019 against a telemarketing company and its…
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Third Round of Funding Distributed for Infrastructure Repair Projects
Federal Highway Administration sends out a total of $61 billion to all 50 states. The Department of Transportation announced the third round of funding for America’s roads, bridges,…
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Federal Reserve Chair Says Inflation Still Too High
The trend has slowed, but not enough. The Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said in comments to the Economic Club of New York that inflation remains too high…
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Acting Labor Secretary Responds to September Jobs Report
Hospitality employment numbers draw an upbeat statement. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su expressed optimism over the latest employment report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The…
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Amendment to Unify Cybersecurity Requirements Proposed
NASA, GSA, and the Defense Department seek to standardize contractual requirements for all administration employees. The Department of Defense (DoD), the General Services Administration (GSA), and the National…
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Senator Cruz Supports FAA Nominee
He says independent leadership is needed to ensure safety in the industry. Senator Ted Cruz of Texas recently expressed his support of President Joe Biden’s nominee Michael Whitaker…
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FTC Joins Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in Credit Information Appeal
The case involves how disputed credit information should be handled under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) was joined by the Federal Trade…
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Labor Department Urging Participation in Survey for AZ Prevailing Wages
The agency seeks input from the state’s heavy and highway construction industries. The U.S. Department of Labor is looking for employers in the heavy and highway construction sectors…
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