Celebrating and supporting workers around the nation

After Labor Day, we continue to celebrate and support workers around the country

We had a lot to celebrate this Labor Day, including more than 13.5 million new jobs since President Biden took office and a historically long stretch of unemployment below 4%. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su kicked off Labor Day in Pittsburgh, where she joined one of the nation's oldest and largest Labor Day parades.

Restoring and Extending Overtime Protections

We've proposed a rule that would restore and extend overtime protections for millions of low-paid salaried workers. The proposal would guarantee overtime pay for most salaried workers earning less than $1,059 per week, or about $55,000 per year.

OSHA urges safety for hurricane recovery efforts

In the wake of Hurricane Idalia, OSHA is reminding response and recovery crews to be aware of hazards caused by flooding, power loss, structural damage, fallen trees and debris.

Investing in America is creating good jobs

In August, the economy added 187,000 jobs, including gains in health care, leisure and hospitality, social assistance and construction. “Bidenomics is working, and the Investing in America agenda is creating good jobs that are building pathways to the middle class for more families in every corner of the country," said Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su. Â

Promoting equitable access to unemployment benefits in Georgia

To help identify and address barriers workers face when accessing state unemployment insurance benefits, we've awarded more than $3 million to the state of Georgia.

Labor 🤝🏻 mental health

Department representatives met with Ironworkers representatives in Boston recently to discuss our mental health resources,emphasize best practices and highlight our collaborative approach to mental health-friendly workplaces in the building trades.

Honoring El Monte sweatshop workers

On Sept. 18, we're inducting 72 Thai garment workers who were freed from forced labor in California into our Labor Hall of Honor.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Employee rep proposal

OSHA is seeking comments on a proposal clarifying who is allowed to act as an employee representative during workplace inspections.

Childcare price database

Childcare prices rose 6% across the nation last year. Find the cost of care where you live.

Wages recovered

Investigators recovered $540,221 in wages for 268 H-2A workers from North Carolina farm labor contractors who did not provide full wages or safe housing.

Labor-management partnerships

An effective labor-management partnership should benefit both workers and employers. Here are three tips for securing mutually beneficial solutions.

MSHA identifies 288 violations

Our Mine Safety and Health Administration completed impact inspections at 15 mines in 12 states in July 2023, issuing 288 violations and four safeguard notices.

A disability milestone

50 years after the Rehabilitation Act was passed, our agencies continue to build on its legacy to advance access and equity for individuals with disabilities.

TECH SPOTLIGHT

Work in mining? Download this app

The Miner Safety & Health App helps workers recognize and report hazards and understand mining health risks.

POST OF THE WEEK

Happy #LaborDay! As you can imagine, today is a big deal around here at @USDOL. I wanted to share what we’ve been doing to make the American Dream an American reality for ALL workers. 🧵

-@ActSecJulieSu

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