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There were five notices published by the Labor Department in week ending Dec. 31, according to the Federal Register.
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Johnson: 'Employers and workers in the growing craft brewery business will have access to training and education'

The U.S. Department of Labor recently announced it renewed its partnership with the Ohio craft brewing industry to promote workplace safety.
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Walsh: DOL appreciates efforts 'to improve job quality and security for Port of Los Angeles truck drivers'

A roundtable discussion held at the Port of Los Angeles revolved around the benefits of a collective bargaining agreement between truck drivers and port employers.
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Statement by US Secretary of Labor Walsh on December Jobs Report

News Release: WASHINGTON - U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh issued the following statement on the December 2022 Employment Situation Report
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“HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF RICHARD MILLER FROM THE COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND LABOR” published by the Congressional Record on Dec. 27, 2022

“HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF RICHARD MILLER FROM THE COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND LABOR“ was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E1359-E1360 on Dec. 27, 2022
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Labor Department discusses Claims for Compensation Under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act on Jan. 6

The US Labor Department published a two page rule on Jan. 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Benefiel: Employers must 'comply with child labor laws concerning hours and hazardous occupations'

A South Carolina Arby's franchisee was found to be in violation of child labor regulations in the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards discussed on Jan. 5 by Labor Department

The US Labor Department published a two page notice on Jan. 5, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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US Department of Labor investigation of fatal equipment rollover incident finds Texas fencing contractor exposed workers to deadly safety hazards

News Release: LUBBOCK,TX- A federal workplace safety investigation into how a 15-year-old worker tragically suffered fatal injuries while installing fencing in Guthrie has found the employer failed to follow required workplace safety standards.
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Charleston trampoline park pays $11K penalty after allowing 14- and 15-year-olds to work outside legally permitted hours

Release: Employer: SC1 Summit LLC - operating as Summit Adventure Park Charleston
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Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards discussed on Jan. 5 by Labor Department

The US Labor Department published a two page notice on Jan. 5, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Labor Department discusses Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards on Jan. 5

The US Labor Department published a two page notice on Jan. 5, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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US Department of Labor investigation of fatal equipment rollover incident finds Texas fencing contractor exposed workers to deadly safety hazards

News Release: LUBBOCK, TX - A federal workplace safety investigation into how a 15-year-old worker tragically suffered fatal injuries while installing fencing in Guthrie has found the employer failed to follow required workplace safety standards.
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US Department of Labor renews ‘Star’ designation of Millstone Power Station for workplace safety, health achievements

News Release: Participant: Millstone Power Station, Waterford, Connecticut.
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Public press releases: House Committee on Education and Labor publishes 27 in December 2022

There were 27 press releases published by the House Committee on Education and Labor in December 2022.
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Investigation finds American Airlines retaliated against flight attendants who reported worker illnesses caused by fumes in aircraft cabins

News Release: FORT WORTH, TX - Federal safety and health investigators have determined that one of the nation's largest airlines retaliated against flight attendants who reported worker illnesses caused by toxic fumes entering aircraft cabins.
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US Department of Labor renews 'Star' designation of Millstone Power Station for workplace safety, health achievements

News Release: US Department of Labor renews 'Star' designation of Millstone Power Station
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US Department of Labor, Ohio craft brewing industry renew alliance to improve workplace place safety, offer web-based training

Release: Who: U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration
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Investigation finds American Airlines retaliated against flight attendants who reported worker illnesses caused by fumes in aircraft cabins

News Release: FORT WORTH, TX - Federal safety and health investigators have determined that one of the nation’s largest airlines retaliated against flight attendants who reported worker illnesses caused by toxic fumes entering aircraft cabins.
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