U.S Department of Labor
Recent News About U.S Department of Labor
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National Association of Manufacturers disapproves of DOL proposal on overtime modifications
The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) has expressed concern that a proposed rule the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued for comments on Aug. 30 extending overtime protections to millions of salaried workers would add extra burdens and costs to an industry that is already dealing with challenges like workforce shortages, the business organization said in a press release.
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Tai: 'We commend the Government of Mexico and the company for their efforts to quickly resolve this matter'
Last month's successful resolution of a petition against a U.S.-based company operating in Mexico demonstrated both countries' commitment to workers' rights for collective bargaining.
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Gonzalez: 'South Coast Paper’s failure to follow established safety procedures' led to fatality
South Coast Paper LLC, a paper mill located in Maplesville, Ala., has been cited for a willful violation of safety standards by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a fatal incident in September 2022.
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Fisher: DOL stops employers from 'threatening workers or attempting to coerce them into silence'
A Massachusetts restaurant owner must pay punitive damages and stop retaliation against its employees for a Labor Department investigation.
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Gomez: Labor Department benefit form changes improve 'critical oversight, public disclosure'
The U.S. Department of Labor, Internal Revenue Service and Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation recently released notices announcing changes to the 2023 Form 5500 Annual Return/Report of Employee Benefit Plan and Form 5500-SF Short Form.
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Walsh: Community colleges offer options 'to learn the skills needed to succeed in the workforce'
The U.S. Department of Labor awarded $50 million in grants to 15 community colleges in 14 states, enabling them to expand access to education and training for well-paying jobs and to meet employers’ and workers’ skill development needs.
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Lorek: Missouri cattle processing plant cited for 'exposing workers to high levels of carbon dioxide'
The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration found employees at a cattle processing plant in Lone Jack, Mo., were exposed to high levels of carbon dioxide.
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Looman: 'Wage theft is used by unscrupulous restaurant industry employers to increase their bottom lines'
The U.S. Department of Labor recently recovered $1,651,550 in back wages and liquidated damages from a Los Angeles restaurant owner.
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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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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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Looman: DOL, IRS work to 'resolve labor violations by employers who benefit by misclassifying employees'
The U.S. Department of Labor and the Internal Revenue Service renewed a memorandum of understanding and streamlined a process for referrals to help stop businesses from misclassifying workers.
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De Jesus: 'Kay Community Service Center failed to meet its legal requirements'
A central Georgia nonprofit serving the intellectually disabled was found to have failed to provide timely career counseling, information and referrals to three adult workers with developmental disabilities.
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Walsh: DOL final rule 'will help America's workers and their families as they save for a secure retirement'
A U.S. Department of Labor recently announced a final rule allowing retirement planners to factor climate change in investment decisions.
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Looman: 'Employers must ensure that they comply with overtime obligations'
More than 700 workers at an Indiana recreational vehicle manufacturer will be receiving a combined $1,158,536 in back pay after federal investigators found their employer miscalculated overtime wages.
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Su: Hospitality Training Academy is 'a model for the nation'
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Labor Julie Su used her recent visit to a southern California training academy to point out the value of apprenticeships for workers, especially women of color.
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Looman: 'We are determined to make sure these workers' rights are respected and protected'
The U.S. Department of Labor announced its efforts to protect care industry workers' rights and protections are going well.
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Lazzeri: Sanitation company targeted for 'flagrant disregard for the law and for the well-being of young workers'
The U.S. Department of Labor is seeking a nationwide temporary restraining order and injunction against a food safety sanitation company for its labor practices regarding minors.
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Coria: Care of the vulnerable 'depends on truly dedicated people'
The U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division will hold a webinar on "Caring for Those Who Care: Fair Labor Standards Act Requirements in the Care Industry” Nov. 17 in the middle of Home Care and Hospice Month.
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DuMont: 'Wage theft is a serious issue that causes great harm to low-wage workers'
A jury in a federal court found a Pennsylvania restaurant and its owner intentionally shortchanged 15 workers of more than $214,000 in wages.