| A new rule to support infrastructure workers, job growth continues, protecting labor rights and more |
U.S. Department of Labor | | August 10, 2023 |
| Infrastructure investments and raising wage standards for construction workers A new rule updating the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts will ensure wages paid to workers on federally funded construction projects better reflect the realities of todays labor market. Vice President Kamala Harris and Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su announced the rule in Pennsylvania. Blog: How the rule will help construction workers Webpage: FAQs and more info on the new rule White House fact sheet: Raising wage standards for construction workers |
| New partnership will enhance state workforce development systems We're partnering with the National Governors Association to unite federal partners, state policy advisors, workforce development boards and agencies, and others to improve state workforce development services. The partnership will take advantage of employment opportunities made possible by the Biden-Harris administrations historic investments to rebuild the nations infrastructure and promote economic growth. |
| $1.6M recovered for misclassified workers We recovered more than $1.6 million in back wages and damages for 188 workers, many of whom had been denied minimum and overtime wages by a North Carolina construction services contractor who misclassified the employees as independent contractors. |
| Enhancing worker safety following East Palestine derailment The operator of a Norfolk Southern Corp. train that derailed in February 2023 has entered into a settlement agreement with OSHA and the Teamsters' railway union to enhance safety. OSHA will continue to work closely with the federal and Ohio Environmental Protection Agencies and other officials to protect workers'safety and health as clean-up operations continue. |
| 13.4M jobs and rising In July, the economy added 187,000 jobs, including gains in health care, social assistance, financial activities and wholesale trade. Since President Biden took office, the economy has added 13.4 million jobs. Read the employment situation report Read a statement from Acting Secretary Julie Su on the jobs report |
| Opioid grant awarded We've awarded $1,025,221 for the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity to support ongoing efforts to address Michigans opioid crisis. |
| | ILAB on LinkedIn Follow the Bureau of International Labor Affairs on LinkedIn for the latest news and resources on international labor and workers rights. | | |
| | Cybersecurity A new $15.2 million investment through the Technology Modernization Fund will help improve the security of our IT systems and data. | | |
| Safe + Sound Week promotes mental health at work During Safe + Sound Week 2023, we're encouraging employers to make mental health an important part of their safety and health programs. Explore our resources, solutions, and support for mental health and well-being that employers can use to help workers, and join the conversation on being #SafeAndSoundAtWork. |
| Have you seen the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's new hazard alert reminding employers of their duty to protect workers against extreme heat? Make sure you know the law and how to keep workers safe: https://lnkd.in/dYQvGZ4D
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