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Jessica Looman -
The Wage and Hour Division achieved significant results for America’s workers in fiscal year 2023 - and they're building on that momentum.
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Big Results for Workers in 2023
Collective Action to End Gender-Based Violence and Harassment
Thea Lee, Wendy Chun-Hoon -
During the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, we're taking a look at the role of worker organizations in preventing and addressing GBHV at work.
Keep Warehouse Workers Safe This Holiday Season
Doug Parker -
During the busy holiday season and throughout the year, OSHA urges warehousing employers to implement safety systems and train workers on preventable hazards.
Honoring and Protecting Miners on National Miners Day
Chris Williamson -
We honor the contributions of miners past and present as well as recommit to making mining workplaces safer and healthier.
Making Artificial Intelligence Work for Workers
Muneer Ahmad -
We are launching a series of listening sessions to hear directly from developers, unions, worker advocates and researchers to inform principles and best practices around AI.
Keep Workers Safe from Gender-Based Violence and Harassment
Wendy Chun-Hoon, Doug Parker -
During this year’s global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, we are elevating ways employers can prevent gender-based violence and harassment and support safe and healthy workplaces.
Caring for Caregivers
Steven Salazar -
In fiscal year 2022, the Wage and Hour Division concluded more than 1,100 investigations in the health care industry, recovering nearly $15 million in back wages for more than 22,000 workers.
Protecting Workers’ Retirement Savings
Julie Su -
The Biden-Harris administration is also determined to help people save more of their hard-earned money. That includes cracking down on junk fees in banking, housing, health care and more.
Rosalynn Carter’s Lasting Impact on Mental Health
Ali Khawar -
Rosalynn Carter's leadership on mental health has left a lasting impact on the department's work, and on the nation.