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News Release: WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the award of a $4.5 million cooperative agreement with Pact Inc., an international nonprofit organization, to combat child labor in mica-producing communities in Madagascar.

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South Carolina home healthcare provider pays $120K in back wages, damages to 36 employees after US Department of Labor finds wage violations
News Release: WEST COLUMBIA, SC - The U.S. Department of Labor found a West Columbia home healthcare provider shortchanged 36 employees who provide companionship and personal care for seniors, people with cognitive disorders, mothers of newborns and others who need assistance, by denying them the overtime wages they earned.

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U.S. Secretary of Labor on January employment report: 'We are focused on empowering all workers to seize the better opportunities they are seeking in this recovery"
U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh recently issued a statement detailing the January 2022 employment report in a press release, which showcased job growth in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Notice published on Feb. 14 by Labor Department
The US Labor Department published a four page notice on Feb. 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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What did Labor Department publish on Feb. 14?
The US Labor Department published a one page notice on Feb. 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Notice published on Feb. 14 by Labor Department
The US Labor Department published a four page notice on Feb. 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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US Department of Labor urges healthcare facilities, providers to implement effective safety, health programs amid soaring injury rates
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC ‒ U.S. healthcare workers experienced a staggering 249 percent increase in injury and illness rates in 2020, based on employer-reported data, as they encountered serious safety and health hazards while serving those in need and labored countless hours battling the pandemic. In fact, healthcare and social assistance workers combined for more injuries and illnesses than any other industry in the nation.

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What did Labor Department publish on Feb. 15?
The US Labor Department published a two page notice on Feb. 15, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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What did Labor Department publish on Feb. 14?
The US Labor Department published a one page notice on Feb. 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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Labor Department publishes notice on Feb. 15
The US Labor Department published a two page notice on Feb. 15, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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Senator Murray Applauds Biden Administration Delivering Defrauded Student Loan Borrowers Millions in Debt Relief
News Release: (Washington, D.C.) - Today, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, released the following statement on the Biden Administration providing $415 million in student debt relief to over 15,000 defrauded student loan borrowers. This includes $10.91 million in relief for defrauded student loan borrowers from Washington state.
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Notice published on Feb. 15 by Labor Department
The US Labor Department published a two page notice on Feb. 15, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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Labor Department publishes proposed rule on Feb. 14
The US Labor Department published a five page proposed rule on Feb. 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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Ardmore home care agency ordered to pay over $2.8 million after 'shortchanging some of the most vulnerable workers'
Red Lion Home Care Inc. has been ordered to pay over $2.8 million in back wages and damages.

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DOL orders N.H. company to pay $50,000 to worker in labor dispute
A New Hampshire company that was found to have violated labor laws will pay $50,000 in punitive damages to a worker who was terminated after asking for owed overtime wages.
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Notice published by Labor Department on Feb. 14
The US Labor Department published a three page notice on Feb. 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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US Department of Labor offers online compliance webinar for federal contractors, stakeholders, workers amid Bipartisan Infrastructure Law investments
News Release: WASHINGTON - The historic investment in our nation’s aging infrastructure made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - signed by President Biden on Nov. 15, 2021 - will have a significant impact on those involved in federal construction contracts.
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Labor Department publishes notice on Feb. 14
The US Labor Department published a one page notice on Feb. 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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US Department of Labor certifies Molson Coors’ beverage container manufacturing facility as Voluntary Protections Program ‘Star’ site
Release: Participant: Molson Coors
Address: Rocky Mountain Metal Container End Plant
Golden, Colorado
Description: The beverage container manufacturer maintains excellent housekeeping practices to promote workplace safety. Powered industrial truck operator training includes safety training for pedestrians ...

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Notice published by Labor Department on Feb. 15
The US Labor Department published a three page notice on Feb. 15, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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