U.S. Department of Labor Blog
Nikki McKinney - Jul 23, 2021
Of all jobs, being a parent is one of the hardest. In honor of Parents’ Day this July 25, here are seven U.S. Department of Labor resources that support working families everyone should know about.
1. FMLA time off
While the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for a national paid leave policy, many workers still lack access to paid family and medical leave when they need time off to care for themselves or a family member. But you may be eligible for up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act. View our employee guide to see if you qual
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Hiring America’s Veterans: A Smart Business Decision
Ivan Denton - Jul 22, 2021
Becoming a veteran-ready employer provides a tremendous return on investment. See why hiring veterans is good for business and how to get started.
More Than Statistics: How COVID-19 is Impacting Working Women
Eleanor Delamater, Gretchen Livingston - Jul 21, 2021
The Women’s Bureau has been asking women about their experiences during the pandemic and what support they need going forward. Here are their stories.
How the Susan Harwood Grant Helped Hang Nguyen Reach Nail Salon Workers
Office of Public Affairs - Jul 15, 2021
The executive director of a community organization receiving Susan Harwood Training Grant program funds shares about her experience reaching nail salon workers with important safety and health information.
Helping People with Disabilities Secure Their Financial Future
Jennifer Sheehy, Ali Khawar - Jul 15, 2021
A new toolkit explores common concerns and provides resources for people with disabilities as they seek to obtain or maintain employment and financial stability.
Stop Powered Haulage Accidents: Stay Alert! Stay Alive!
Jeannette Galanis - Jul 14, 2021
So far this year, nine miners have been killed and 185 have been injured in accidents involving powered haulage equipment. Join us for a national Stand Down for Safety Day on July 20 to help save lives and prevent injuries.
ODEP at 20: Driving Change Through Workplace Accommodation Assistance
D.J. Hendricks - Jul 08, 2021
The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations for people with disabilities. ODEP funds us, but our history predates both the agency and the ADA.
Workers With Long COVID-19: You May Be Entitled to Workplace Accommodations
Linda Carter Batiste - Jul 06, 2021
If you have long COVID-19, what’s important to know is that even if you don’t think of yourself as having a disability, you may meet the Americans with Disabilities Act definition.
June Jobs Report: Promising Growth and a Cause to Celebrate
Secretary Marty Walsh - Jul 02, 2021
Today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the American economy added 850,000 jobs in the month of June, and the unemployment rate was 5.9 percent, compared to 5.8 percent in May.