The wrecked Dali ship led to a local marine terminal nearly two months after the bridge collapse. The Army Corp of Engineers announced that it managed to move…
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Legislators Request Information on Nursing Home Finances
Three companies have claimed to lack funding to comply with minimum staffing requirements. Senators Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts, Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut, and Bernie Sanders of Vermont were…
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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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Vice President Harris Announces $100 Million for Auto Workers
The funding is intended to help smaller suppliers transition to the EV supply chain. Vice President Kamala Harris announced that President Biden’s administration is investing $100 million to…
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FTC Rule Bans Noncompetes Nationwide
Chair Khan says that the agreements keep wages low and suppress new ideas. The Federal Trade Commission recently announced a final rule that bans noncompetes nationwide. The commission…
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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…
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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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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