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The U.S. Department of Labor and the U.S. Small Business Administration have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support American manufacturing.
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US Department of Labor introduces toolkit for disabled veteran employment
The U.S. Department of Labor has introduced the Veterans Accommodations Toolkit, a new resource designed to boost employment rates and participation in apprenticeship programs for disabled American veterans.
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OSHA cites Clean Harbors for safety violations after worker's death
A U.S. Department of Labor investigation has revealed that Clean Harbors Environmental Services Inc., an environmental and hazardous waste management company based in Massachusetts, failed to adhere to safety regulations at a facility in...
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US Department of Labor settles with Newark contractor over safety violations
The U.S. Department of Labor and a Newark roofing contractor have reached a settlement agreement following investigations that revealed safety violations at two worksites.
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US resolves labor dispute at Mexican metal alloys facility
The United States has announced the successful resolution of a labor dispute involving the Modern Metal Alloys, S.A. de C.V. (MMA) facility in Querétaro, Mexico.
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US Department of Labor updates OSHA guidelines for small business penalties
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced updates to its penalty and debt collection procedures in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Field Operations Manual.
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US Departments collaborate on integrated education-workforce initiative
Today, the U.S. Departments of Labor and Education announced a new partnership aimed at creating an integrated federal education and workforce system.
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Labor department cites Keystone Foods for worker safety violations
U.S. Department of Labor safety inspectors have cited Keystone Foods, a distributor for Tyson Foods, for allegedly failing to protect employees from fire and explosion hazards at its poultry plant in Camilla, Georgia.
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Labor Department sets guidelines for worker program access verification
The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration has announced new guidance to prevent illegal immigrants from accessing federal workforce development resources and related grants.
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US Labor Department cites Georgia company over worker safety violations
U.S. Department of Labor safety inspectors have found that Brazilian Stone Design LLC, a stone countertop manufacturer in Powder Springs, Georgia, exposed its workers to hazardous levels of respirable crystalline silica.
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Labor Secretary announces $5M grants for women's apprenticeship opportunities
U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has announced a $5 million funding initiative aimed at increasing the participation of American workers in Registered Apprenticeship programs and high-growth sectors such as manufacturing,...
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Labor Department cites Orlando aerospace facility for safety violations after fire incident
The U.S. Department of Labor has issued citations to Aerojet Rocketdyne Coleman Aerospace Inc., an Orlando-based target-missile manufacturer, following a fire in December 2024 that resulted in two employees being hospitalized and others injured.
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Secretary Chavez-DeRemer promotes labor bill during 'America at Work' tour
U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer is traveling across the country as part of her "America at Work" listening tour to promote President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill.
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Labor department announces 63 deregulatory actions aimed at boosting economic growth
U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has announced a series of deregulatory efforts intended to reduce regulatory burdens and stimulate job creation and economic opportunities for American workers and businesses.
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US Department of Labor awards nearly $84M for apprenticeship program expansion
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the allocation of nearly $84 million in grants to all 50 states and territories, aiming to enhance the capacity of Registered Apprenticeship programs.
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Labor Department funds $2M grant for laid-off workers in Maine
The U.S. Department of Labor has allocated $2 million to Coastal Counties Workforce Inc. to aid workers affected by layoffs and business closures in Maine's coastal region.
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Labor Department allocates $23M in grants for homeless veterans' employment
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the allocation of over $23 million in grants aimed at aiding veterans experiencing homelessness to reenter the workforce.
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Secretary highlights Trump's economic plan during 'America at Work' tour
U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer embarked on a nationwide tour as part of her "America at Work" initiative, visiting five states to promote President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill.
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Labor Department allocates over $37M to aid homeless veterans
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the allocation of over $37 million in grants to assist veterans who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
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Labor department stops seeking liquidated damages in administrative cases
The U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has announced a significant policy change regarding the collection of liquidated damages under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
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