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April 16, 2021

Secretary Marty Walsh joins Ohio leaders on a virtual roundtable.

Walsh and Ohio leaders discuss American Rescue Plan benefits

Labor Secretary Marty Walsh led a roundtable discussion with Sen. Sherrod Brown, Rep. Tim Ryan, Youngstown Mayor Jamael Tito Brown, Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley and Ohio residents this week on how the American Rescue Plan has delivered for working families by funding multiemployer pension plans, and how it supports local economies.

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Guidance on identity verification for unemployment insurance claims

New guidance from the department will help states with identity verification, eligibility for unemployment insurance claims, and protecting identity theft victims.

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New guidance addresses investment advice exemption

The department issued two guidance documents on fiduciary investment advice for retirement investors, employee benefit plans and investment advice providers.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

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Retirement asset cybersecurity

New cybersecurity guidance for plan sponsors, plan fiduciaries, record-keepers and plan participants offers tips for protecting retirement benefits.

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ASPIRE initiative

We have selected seven states to participate in our ASPIRE initiative to improve employment outcomes for people with mental health conditions.

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Overtime enforcement

A Southern California roofing company has paid $616,651 in overtime back wages to 341 workers plus a penalty for the willful nature of the violations.

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Coronavirus citation

OSHA cited a Massachusetts tax preparation business for willfully refusing to develop and practice coronavirus safeguards for employees.

IN THE NEWS

  • WSAV-TV: US Labor Secretary says new plan will help unemployed in Georgia, other states
  • The Nation: How to get 4 million women back in the workforce

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mastering Resume Essentials for Military Spouses
Apr. 19, 3 a.m. ET

Your Next Move for Military Spouses
Apr. 20, 6 a.m. ET

Career Credentials for Military Spouses
Apr. 20, 9 a.m. ET

Construction Compliance Check: Have You Been Identified as a Construction Contractor for Compliance
Apr. 22, 10 a.m. ET

Recipe for Compliance: FLSA for Restaurant Industry Employers
Apr. 22, 10:30 a.m. ET

Find a complete list of upcoming events at dol.gov/events.

 

HIRE Vets Medallion Program: Get recognized for hiring veterans. Apply by April 30. www.HireVets.gov

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