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As the U.S. Department of Labor prepares for contingency in case of a shutdown, a continuing resolution (CR) from Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wisc.) to keep government funded into February could hit the Senate floor as early as today.
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“INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS” published by the Congressional Record on Dec. 15
“INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS“ was published in the Senate section on pages S7251-S7252 on Dec. 15
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Breaking Down Surprise Medical Bills
News Release: After facing a health crisis, you should be focused on recovery-not surprise costs. Despite efforts from lawmakers to shield Americans from unexpected medical costs, lack of protection due to complex state regulations and out-of-network costs can quickly plunge many Americans into financial chaos.
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What did Labor Department publish on Dec. 14?
The US Labor Department published a one page notice on Dec. 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Foxx: Families Deserve More Education Freedom, Not Less
News Release: Today, Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Virginia Foxx (R-NC) responded to Senate Democrats’ decision to vote against a Congressional Review Act resolution to nullify the Biden Department of Education’s outrageous rule gutting charter schools...
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Foxx Introduces the Parental Right to Protect Act
News Release: Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Virginia Foxx (R-NC) introduced yesterday the Parental Right to Protect Act, which safeguards parental rights by ensuring Child Protective Services (CPS) does not penalize parents for protecting their children from gender-transition interventions.
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Labor Department discusses Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Statutory Exemption for Cross-Trading of Securities on Dec. 14
The US Labor Department published a two page notice on Dec. 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Notice published by Labor Department on Dec. 14
The US Labor Department published a one page notice on Dec. 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Miller-Meeks: “AmeriCorps’ continued mismanagement of taxpayer funds is inexcusable”
News Release: Today, Higher Education and Workforce Investment Subcommittee Republican Leader Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a subcommittee hearing examining the state of AmeriCorps...
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Risky Business: Dollar General continues to expose employees to workplace dangers with fire, electrical hazards found, this time in Thomasville, Georgia
News Release: THOMASVILLE, GA - Federal workplace safety and health inspectors continue to find workplace hazards, despite levies of more than $15 million in fines since 2017, at Dollar General Corp. and Dolgencorp LLC facilities exposing their workers to unsafe conditions, this time at a Thomasville, Georgia, retail store.
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Risky Business: Dollar General continues to expose employees to workplace dangers with fire, electrical hazards found, this time in Thomasville, Georgia
News Release: THOMASVILLE, GA - Federal workplace safety and health inspectors continue to find workplace hazards, despite levies of more than $15 million in fines since 2017, at Dollar General Corp. and Dolgencorp LLC facilities exposing their workers to unsafe conditions, this time at a Thomasville, Georgia, retail store.
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Public press releases: U.S. Department of Labor publishes 64 in November
There were 64 press releases published by the U.S. Department of Labor in November.
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Murray, Colleagues Applaud Biden Admin Independent Contractor Rule for Restoring Key Protections for Workers
News Release: Dear Principal Deputy Administrator Jessica Looman...
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Labor Department cracks down on child labor laws at several McDonald's in Pittsburgh area
The U.S. Department of Labor found multiple McDonald's restaurants in the Pittsburgh area in violation of child labor laws by allowing employees under the age of 16 to work outside of permissible hours.
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US Department of Labor finds manufacturer exposed workers to machine, other hazards at Kewaunee, Wisconsin, facility
News Release: KEWAUNEE, WI - Federal safety inspectors have determined that a falling load from a below-the-hook magnet crushed the leg of an employee at a Kewaunee heavy fabrication manufacturing company on June 7, 2022.
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Lazzeri: Food sanitation contractor investigated to 'ensure children are not working in violation of federal laws'
A federal court entered a permanent injunction against a food sanitation contractor after the Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division investigators found at least 81 children from 13 to 17 years of age were employed in hazardous occupations.
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US Department of Labor awards $4M grant to combat child labor in the West African agriculture sector
News Release: WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a $4 million award to support the International Labor Organization’s work to implement a technical assistance project in West Africa. The ILO will work with the government of Nigeria and the Economic Community of West African States to catalyze regional, national and local action to address child labor in agriculture sectors and communities.
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US Department of Labor recognizes Molson Coors Beverage Company USA LLC as exemplary for workplace safety, health excellence
Release: Participant: Molson Coors Beverage Company USA LLC, Power, Montana
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Foxx Leads Fight in House to Save Independent Contractor Jobs
News Release: A bicameral comment letter, led in the House by Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Virginia Foxx (R-NC), was sent today to Department of Labor (DOL) Secretary Marty Walsh opposing DOL’s confusing and burdensome proposed rule regarding independent contractors.
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US Department of Labor, Port of San Diego Ship Repair Association align to protect workers, minimize exposure to shipyard safety, health hazards
News Release: Who: U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration
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