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The U.S. Department of Labor has allocated an additional $2 million to support North Carolina workers affected by the shutdown of Pactiv Evergreen's paper mill in Canton and cuts at its Waynesville location.
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Enrollment halted at two Maine Job Corps centers due to rising costs
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a halt to new enrollment at the Penobscot Job Corps Center and the Loring Job Corps Center located in Maine.
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Julia Pollak named chief economist at US Department of Labor
The US Department of Labor has appointed Julia Pollak as its new Chief Economist.
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US Department of Labor awards additional $2.5M for Maui wildfire recovery
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced an additional $2.5 million in funding to support disaster-relief jobs and training services for communities affected by the wildfires on Maui, Hawaii.
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Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week emphasizes workplace hazard education
The 2025 Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week commenced at Iowa State University, marking a significant annual event aimed at educating the agriculture industry about safety hazards.
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Department of Labor funds job skills training after Kentucky layoffs
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a grant of $1,776,938 aimed at supporting employment and training services for individuals affected by layoffs at Daicel Safety Systems America in Beaver Dam, Kentucky.
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SeaWorld cited after trainer injury involving killer whale
In September 2024, a trainer at SeaWorld's Orlando theme park was injured during a training session with a killer whale.
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U.S. Department of Labor seeks applications for HIRE Vets Medallion Award
The U.S. Department of Labor is currently accepting applications for the 2025 HIRE Vets Medallion Award, with a submission deadline set for April 30, 2025.
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Keith E. Sonderling confirmed as deputy secretary by US Department of Labor
The U.S. Department of Labor has confirmed Keith E. Sonderling as the 38th Deputy Secretary of Labor.
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Labor Department awards $793K for Tennessee storm recovery
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a supplemental award of $793,000 to Tennessee.
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Lori Chavez-DeRemer becomes US Secretary of Labor after Senate confirmation
Lori Chavez-DeRemer was sworn in as the 30th U.S. Secretary of Labor after a bipartisan Senate confirmation vote of 67-32.
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U.S. Department of Labor announces key appointments under Secretary Chavez-DeRemer
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a series of senior political appointees to support Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer in advancing President Donald Trump’s priorities for American workers and retirees.
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Randel Johnson appointed chair of US Department's Administrative Review Board
The U.S. Department of Labor has appointed Randel Johnson as the Chair of the Administrative Review Board, a body responsible for issuing decisions in cases related to worker protection laws, including whistleblower and public contract regulations.
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Department of Labor appoints J. Ross Stewart as executive secretary
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the appointment of J. Ross Stewart as its new executive secretary.
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Troy Finnegan appointed as assistant secretary for labor administration
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the appointment of Troy W. Finnegan as assistant secretary for administration and management.
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Dean Heyl appointed as assistant secretary for public affairs
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the appointment of Dean A. Heyl as assistant secretary for public affairs.
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Labor Department halts activities under rescinded Executive Order 11246
Acting Secretary of Labor Vince Micone has issued a directive to all employees of the U.S. Department of Labor, instructing them to halt all investigative and enforcement activities related to Executive Order 11246.
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Labor Department recovers $63K from Subway franchisee over wage violations
The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a consent judgment to recover $63,604 in back wages and liquidated damages from a Subway franchisee operating six locations in Massachusetts.
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Arizona firms fined $7.4M for denying overtime
The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a consent judgment requiring two Arizona-based drywall and painting companies to pay $7,450,000 in back wages and damages.
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Department of Labor awards $46.5M in grants for youth opportunities
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the allocation of $46.5 million in grants to assist young individuals in communities affected by violence and poverty.
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