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John Ladd - Oct 03, 2022
While the National Apprenticeship Act served as a cornerstone for this gold standard of work-based learning, we’ve also seen the apprenticeship system continue to evolve, expand and diversify over the past 85 years.
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The Benefits of Fair Scheduling for Workers and Businesses
Sarah Jane Glynn, Tanya Goldman - Sep 30, 2022
We explore what flexibility really means for hourly and frontline workers – and solutions for promoting fair scheduling practices that benefit workers and business.
Protecting and Expanding Retirement Options for America’s Workers
Kathleen Kennedy Townsend - Sep 29, 2022
To prevent problems with our retirement system in the future, we must act now.
Miner Health Matters
Chris Williamson - Sep 29, 2022
A new MSHA initiative will help educate coal miners with pneumoconiosis about their rights to work in healthier parts of the mine, without fear of retaliation.
A Deep Dive into the Labor Exploitation Behind Everyday Products
Thea Lee - Sep 28, 2022
Our updated reports and tools will help ensure companies are held accountable for exploitative labor conditions throughout their supply chains.
Real People, Real Impact: Harbor Care
Dana Kelly - Sep 27, 2022
Harbor Care is on a mission to end veteran housing insecurity in New Hampshire. We recently spoke with Army veteran Wade Thompson to see how his life changed through the support he received.
Growing the Workforce Through our Re-Employment Services and Eligibility Assessments Program
- Sep 26, 2022
During National Workforce Development Month, we highlight the education, training and skills Americans need to advance their careers.
Funding for Miners with Black Lung Disease Permanently Extended by the Inflation Reduction Act
Christopher J. Godfrey - Sep 22, 2022
With the permanent extension of the coal excise tax, President Biden has made a significant investment in the security of the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund for years to come.
Corrina’s Story - Safe Transportation for Farmworkers
Ruben Rosalez - Sep 20, 2022
The agricultural sector remains one of the most dangerous with hundreds of fatalities occurring each year, many related to transportation related incidents. The Wage and Hour Division is working hard to prevent these tragedies.