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Louis Charlier - Jan 19, 2024
A recent executive order on AI outlined a strategy to manage its risks and harness its benefits. Here are five ways the Labor Department's AI actions align.
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Thank Your Mentor
Office of Disability Employment Policy - Jan 18, 2024
During National Mentoring Month each January, we honor mentors who positively influence the lives of young people as they transition into adulthood and their workplaces.
8 Black Women Labor Leaders You Should Know
Office of Public Affairs - Jan 17, 2024
These eight women made American workplaces better through organizing, advocacy and creating opportunities for others to thrive. Have you heard of them?
Happy Birthday, Dr. King
Jeffrey Freund - Jan 12, 2024
Dr. King recognized the dignity of work for all people and the important role of unions in advancing workers' rights.
Employee or Independent Contractor? A Guide to the New Rule
Jessica Looman - Jan 10, 2024
A new final rule will help to ensure that workers who are employees are paid the minimum wage and overtime due them, and that responsible employers that comply with the law are not placed at a competitive disadvantage against employers that misclassify employees.
A Wider Lens: 2023 Enforcement Results
Jeffrey Freund - Jan 10, 2024
The Office of Labor-Management Standards' FY 2023 enforcement results should give the American public confidence in the integrity of unions.
I am DOL: Verlencia Somuah Serves Workers With Disabilities
Office of Human Resources - Jan 10, 2024
Verlencia Somuah shares what it’s like to work for our Office of Disability Employment Policy, and how her own life experiences fuel her passion for public service.
5 Ways ARPA Investments are Modernizing the Unemployment Insurance System
Andrew Stettner - Jan 05, 2024
Here are five ways ARPA funding is modernizing the unemployment insurance system.
A New Year – A Great Time to Focus on Your Financial Future
Lisa M. Gomez - Jan 03, 2024
Whether you’re beginning your career or have been working for many years, now is the perfect time to review your progress, adjust your plan for reaching your retirement savings goal if needed, and take action.