Proposed ‘bill of rights’ would offer labor protections to WA nannies, housekeepers and gardeners
Senate Bill 5023 seeks to resolve longstanding discriminatory labor policies. Advocates note that nannies, housekeepers, gardeners and caregivers offer crucial support to families and help keep homes ...
Unemployment claims in Washington declined last week
New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, fell to 7,200 in the week ending January 11, down from 10,729 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment claims 217,000 ...
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Labor Department’s EBSA recovered nearly $1.4 billion in fiscal year 2024, agency says
The Labor Department’s Employee Benefits Security Administration recovered nearly $1.4 billion in direct payment to plans, ...
US Labor Department enters deal with JBS to assist those affected by child labor
The U.S. Department of Labor said it entered an agreement with JBS USA in which the meatpacker will provide $4 million to ...
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Crane falls onto building in Everett, WA injuring two workers
An investigation is underway after a construction crane fell onto the side of a building in Everett on Thursday.
US weekly jobless claims increase; labor market conditions still healthy
The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits increased more than expected last week, but ...
US added a strong 256,000 jobs in December as unemployment rate dipped to 4.1%
December's employment report surprised analysts as the U.S. added 256,000 jobs, outperforming forecasts and maintaining low ...
Unemployment claims in Washington increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Washington rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of ...