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U.S. Department of Labor

June 1, 2023

U.S. National Plan to end Gender-Based Violence

A new plan to end gender-based violence at work and beyond

The White House issued a National Plan to End Gender-Based Violence, which emphasizes building the capacity of employers, workplaces, unions and worker organizations to prevent and address gender-based violence – particularly in high-risk environments. See how we’re countering gender-based violence at work.

Funding available

$653M available to improve unemployment insurance IT systems

We’re making up to $653 million in grants available to help states modernize unemployment insurance information technology, increase flexibility and performance, protect against fraud and streamline claims processing.

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How we’re investing in America and building tomorrow’s workforce

Workforce development, career growth, business strength and economic competitiveness. Our recent convening shows how workforce systems are building a strong future for America.

Building exterior with the Subway logo. Credit: Wikimedia Commons, CHICHI7YT, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Subway_in_Stanhope,_NJ.jpg

Alleged child labor violations at Subway

We obtained a preliminary federal court injunction forbidding the operator of 14 California Subway locations from violating child labor laws, threatening and retaliating against workers and obstructing a federal investigation.

Exterior of a Dollar General store and parking lot. Source: Michael Rivera - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=33901797

Dollar General racks up yet more health and safety fines

Dollar General has racked up more than $21 million in proposed OSHA penalties since 2017, most recently when investigators found blocked exits and fire hazards at two Dollar General stores in Oklahoma.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

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Workforce opportunities

Learn how we’re expanding access to good jobs in rural areas that allow people to thrive in the communities they love.


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Child labor violations at Sonic

Six Nevada Sonic Drive-In locations illegally allowed 14- and 15-year-olds to work at prohibited times and on hazardous tasks.


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Hospital safety citation

An Ohio children’s hospital failed to protect employees from patients whose assaults caused serious injuries, OSHA found.


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A better world of work

Our Women’s Bureau is partnering with the International Labour Organization Office for the United States and Canada to create a world of work free of gender-based violence and harassment.


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Supporting military spouses

At a recent event, we gathered military spouses to discuss career challenges and the best way to support them.


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50 years and counting

Here are five stats to know about our Benefits Review Board, which helps ensure workers injured on the job receive a fair outcome and the benefits they deserve.


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Retirement savings recovered

A judge has ordered a Chicago medical practice and its owner to restore $90,000 to the company’s 401(k) after investigators found they failed to remit plan contributions.


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Mine inspections

The Mine Safety and Health Administration completed impact inspections at 20 mines in 15 states in April 2023 and found 335 violations.


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Support for working mothers

Explore our maternal health webpage, a valuable resource for info about workplace safeguards for working mothers.


TWEET OF THE WEEK

We are committed to fighting the #MentalHealth crisis. Work is a critical part of one’s mental health, and it is important to know what benefits and leave you’re entitled to. Check out the resources available to you️ ⬇️ www.dol.gov/mentalhealth
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IN THE NEWS

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  • KTVQ: Ex-Signal Peak Mine safety manager sentenced for conspiring to make false reports about coal mine injury
  • The Dallas Morning News: Whataburger illegally fired Texas employee for pumping breast milk, feds say
  • Business Insider: Staff at several Subway stores in San Francisco missed out on $265,000 of wages after the franchisee gave them checks that bounced, Labor Department says
  • Fox 5 Vegas: Reno-area Sonics employed 13-year-old, had unsafe work conditions, Department of Labor says
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