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National Apprenticeship Week. Nov 17-23, 2024

Registered Apprenticeship: 10 Years of Engagement, Expansion and Innovation

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Start making better, faster hiring decisions in under 15 minutes

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New data shows workers want unions – and we support them

President Joe Biden, flanked by union members and labor leaders, signs an Executive Order to promote good jobs. Signs around him say "Investing in America" and "Good jobs, better pay." (Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz)

Why workers and employers needed a Good Jobs Executive Order

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ERISA 50 - 1974-2024. Employment Retirement Income Security Act

We’re all in this together – working to make ERISA’s goal a reality

Lisa M. Gomez - Sep 12, 2024
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act. 50 years later, the Employee Benefit Security Administration is still working tirelessly to develop effective regulations, assist participants, educate fiduciaries and workers, and vigorously enforce the law.

USERAA TIPS FOR SERVICE MEMBERS: • Know your rights. Familiarize yourself with USERAA website to stay up to date with the most current information. • Keep track of everything you’re doing and all important documents. Annotate the days that you’re on military orders and the days you’re not. Keep copies of all your military orders, DD 214s, civilian pay stubs, and any correspondence from your employer. • Seek help. There are DOL VET’ representatives in every state (as well as Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin

How patience and perseverance pay off with USERRA

Kenan Torrans - Sep 09, 2024
The dozen years that John D. Patrie he spent as a navigator in the Maine Air National Guard taught him that while things can change in an instant, with planning and a little patience, the mission will succeed.

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Good jobs in great cities

Brittany Stich, McKinzie McGuire - Sep 06, 2024
Five key takeaways from a recent meeting with the National League of Cities and participants in our Good Jobs, Great Cities initiative.

New BLS employment projections: 3 charts

An Nguyen, Stanislava Ilic-Godfrey - Sep 06, 2024
Do you know which jobs are growing the fastest? The latest Bureau of Labor Statistics employment projections give us a good idea what occupations will be most in-demand over the coming decade, and more.

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Care worker gets $30K after employer retaliated against him

Kimberly McGahey - Sep 05, 2024
Franklin Bennett asked to be paid for all of his hours when he was working at an assisted living facility. What happened next was shocking.

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Empowering workers with AI: A union-partner approach

Mangala Kuppa, Mary Beech - Sep 05, 2024
When it comes to AI, we’re making sure everyone has a seat at the table and a voice in how it’s used – including unions.

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New global child and forced labor reporting: 3 takeaways

Marcia Eugenio - Sep 05, 2024
New reports from the Bureau of International Labor Affairs provide a sobering glimpse into global labor exploitation. Here are three things you should know.

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Demand-driven training: Reimagining sector partnerships to build career pathways

Manny Lamarre - Sep 04, 2024
We’ve updated our Sector Strategies Framework and we’re encouraging workforce development professionals to check out the latest technical assistance materials for ideas on improving their efforts.

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8 things to know about OSHA’s proposed heat rule

Doug Parker - Sep 03, 2024
Our proposed heat rule aims to help keep workers safe indoors and out. Here’s what you should know.

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