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News Release: Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement celebrating today’s House passage of H.R. 7791, the Access to Baby Formula Act, bipartisan legislation to ensure the rules for WIC participants and manufacturers are clear in the event of another crisis or supply chain disruption and plans are prepared to alleviate such a situation immediately...
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US Department of Labor announces $3.4M funding opportunity to attract, retain women in Registered Apprenticeships, nontraditional occupations
US Department of Labor announces $3.4M funding opportunity to attract, retain women in Registered Apprenticeships, nontraditional occupations
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US Department of Labor recovers $198K for 19 workers denied overtime pay by Lynchburg, Virginia, restaurant
US Department of Labor recovers $198K for 19 workers denied overtime pay by Lynchburg, Virginia, restaurant
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Kroger supermarket allowed minors to engage in hazardous work, exceed hours standards, US Department of Labor investigation in Mississippi finds
Kroger supermarket allowed minors to engage in hazardous work, exceed hours standards, US Department of Labor investigation in Mississippi finds
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US Department of Labor recovers $225K in back wages for agricultural workers in California, assesses five farms $54K in penalties
US Department of Labor recovers $225K in back wages for agricultural workers in California, assesses five farms $54K in penalties
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US Department of Labor to hold listening session for Midwest employers, industry stakeholders on possible revisions to overtime regulations
US Department of Labor to hold listening session for Midwest employers, industry stakeholders on possible revisions to overtime regulations
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US Department of Labor recovers $799K in back wages after investigation finds North Jersey contractor paid electricians incorrect wages, fringe benefits
US Department of Labor recovers $799K in back wages after investigation finds North Jersey contractor paid electricians incorrect wages, fringe benefits
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Technological services company pays $319K in overtime back wages to 57 employees at Rochester, New York, location
Technological services company pays $319K in overtime back wages to 57 employees at Rochester, New York, location
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Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee and the bills it addressed on May 17
There was activity on two bills related to the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee on May 17.
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Bill H.R.7791 introduced, referred to Education and Labor committee on May 17
This bill is sponsored by Rep. Jahana Hayes.
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Foxx, Keller Slam DOL’s Proposed Davis-Bacon Rule Change
News Release: Today, House Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Virginia Foxx (R-NC) and Workforce Protections Subcommittee Republican Leader Fred Keller (R-PA) sent a comment letter to the Department of Labor regarding its proposed rule revising the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts regulations.
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Bills addressed by Education and Labor Committee on May 17
There was activity on three bills related to the Education and Labor Committee on May 17.
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What releases are upcoming from the Labor Department on May 19
There is one release scheduled to be published on May 19.
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Senators Murray, Burr Release Legislation to Support FDA Programs to Lower Costs and Spur Innovation
News Release: Washington, D.C. - Today, Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee Chair, Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), and Ranking Member, Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), released a discussion draft of the FDA Safety and Landmark Advancements (FDASLA) Act-legislation reauthorizing the Food and Drug...
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Fulcher on Improving America’s Juvenile Justice System
News Release: Today, Civil Rights and Human Services Subcommittee Republican Leader Russ Fulcher (R-ID) delivered the following remarks, as prepared for delivery, at a subcommittee hearing on improving America’s juvenile justice system and supporting America’s youth...
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Labor Department discusses Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages Business Supplement on May 17
The US Labor Department published a two page notice on May 17, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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US Department of Labor debars Geismar plumbing contractor from work on federal contracts for egregious violations of wage, benefits laws
Release: Employer name: Morales Plumbing LLC
Investigation site: Meadows at Nicholson Family Apartments
11777 Nicholson Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Findings: The U.S. Department of Labor has debarred Morales Plumbing LLC from future government contracts after the department’s Wage and Hour Division found ...
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As the Northwest’s summer season approaches, recent federal investigations should remind employers to make youth employment beneficial for all
News Release: PORTLAND, OR - As the summer hiring season looms, employers are offering more opportunities for youth-aged workers to earn money and gain work experience than in recent years. In preparation for their early ventures into the working world, young workers should familiarize themselves - and employers should review practices and ensure compliance -with federal labor laws designed to ensure that the experience is rewarding and safe.
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US Department of Labor urges caution to avoid fall, electrical, other hazards during spring storm cleanup throughout South Dakota
News Release: SIOUX FALLS, SD - After severe weather, such as the windstorm that roared across South Dakota on May 12, workers and others involved in storm cleanup may face hazards related to falls, downed power lines and sharp debris as they conduct recovery and cleanup operations.
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Nanda: Utah firm took kids from school, 'forced them to perform hard work in pecan orchards'
A federal judge upheld the U.S. Department of Labor’s $1.9 million assessment against Paragon Contractors Corp. and its owner, Brian Jessop, based on their long history of child labor violations.
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