Three states have joined the initiative to promote careers in skilled trades. The Defense Department launched the BuildFreedom.US program earlier this year to encourage young Americans to pursue…
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Senate Confirms Cabinet Member Before Recess
Senate Banking Committee holds recess hearing to advance other nominees. The U.S. Senate narrowly confirmed Keith Sonderling as Secretary of the Department of Labor this week. The narrow…
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Labor Inspector General Launches Inquiry of Hospital Regarding Residencies Awarded to Visa Holders
Rochester General Hospital allegedly selected only two American applicants for its residency program. Department of Labor Inspector General Anthony D’Esposito requested information from Rochester General Hospital in New…
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President Trump Extends Order Restricting H-1B Visas
The administration seeks to ensure U.S. workers are offered jobs previously given to foreigners for lower pay. President Donald Trump announced the extension of restrictions on H-1B visas…
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Labor Department Announces Policies to Support American Workers, Job Creators, and Retirees
Ten agencies within the Labor Department released publications to help clarify workers’ rights and employers’ responsibilities. The U.S. Department of Labor announced a new set of policies to…
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President Issues Proclamation for Labor Day
He said, “Our Nation is entering a bold new era of American manufacturing, technological innovation, and economic prosperity — powered by the might of the American worker.“ President Donald J.…
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Education Department Proposes Rule to Establish Workforce Pell Grant Program
The regulations would allow grants to fund short-term, career-focused training programs. The U.S. Department of Education recently issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to implement the Workforce…
Read More9th Circuit Vacates Injunction Against President’s Collective Bargaining Ban
Federal departments have been directed to reconsider their affiliation with unions. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals panel overturned a preliminary injunction last week that halted an executive…
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Labor Secretary Announces Workforce Pell Grants to Support Community College Training
Funding supports short-term credential programs aligned with new Workforce Pell Grant eligibility. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a recent $65 million in funding through the sixth…
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Labor Department Launches Fraud Probe into CA Unemployment Insurance Program
A reported $30 billion had allegedly been distributed to fraudsters. The Department of Labor announced that it will address fraud and improper payment concerns regarding California’s Unemployment…
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