| Hurricane recovery funds, women in construction, cracking down on a racist recruitment ad and more |
U.S. Department of Labor | | May 30, 2024 |
| ðï¸ð·ð½ââï¸Bringing more women into construction jobs Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su met with Illinois leaders, tradeswomen and others in Chicago last week, where they announced a partnership with the Illinois Department of Transportation to bring more women into construction jobs. She also toured the facility of one of our grant recipients, Chicago Women in Trades, a nonprofit organization that offers free training in essential trades skills to women. |
| Labor and Justice resolve violations related to federal contractorâs discriminatory job ad An April 2023 job listing for a business analyst with federal IT contractor Arthur Grand Technologies read in part, âOnly Born US Citizens [White] who are local within 60 miles from Dallas, TX [Donât share with candidates].â In a conciliation agreement with the Labor Department, the contractor has agreed to pay $31,000, evaluate its hiring procedures and train its employees to avoid future hiring discrimination. A separate agreement with the Department of Justice resolves violations of the Immigration and Nationality Act. |
| Acting Secretary Su addresses first contract between United Steelworkers and Blue Bird Corp. Acting Secretary released a statement congratulating the United Steelworkers and Blue Bird Corp., one of the nationâs leading manufacturers of low- and zero-emission school buses, on their dedication and perseverance in achieving a first contract. âThis agreement is proof-positive that when workers and employers sit down at the bargaining table together, they can come to a deal that achieves stability for the employer and better and safer conditions for their workers,â Su said. |
| Towards a Resilient Future: An Inclusive Path to a Child Labor-Free World On June 5, weâll be highlighting the vital role that the global community can play in confronting climate change as a driver of child labor and ensuring a just transition to decent and sustainable livelihoods. We will also announce the winner of the 2024 Iqbal Masih Award for the Elimination of Child Labor. Register to join the event online or in person in Washington, D.C. |
| | Volkswagen labor issues After 10 fired workers filed a petition under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, we found workersâ rights had been denied at the largest auto assembly plant in Mexico. | | |
| | Securing your retirement Learn how to ensure a secure retirement with helpful financial tips for every stage of your life. | | |
| Feeling the heat at work? Over 70% of heat-related deaths occur during a workerâs first week on the job. Whether you work indoors or out, your employer must keep you safe from extreme temperatures. Learn more about your rights and how to stay safe in the heat. |
| Wage theft is a crime, and @USDOL is making sure workers get the money back that they earned. If you think you are owed back wages, check out our Workers Owed Wages tool â¬ï¸dol.gov/wow
-@ActSecJulieSu |
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