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Federal Judge Blocks Enforcement of Pregnant Workers Fairness Act in Texas
The move could set a precedent that would chip away at pregnant workers’ rights in the workplace.
Union, Starbucks Agree on “Foundational Framework” for Contract Negotiations
The framework reportedly includes an agreement for a universal contract for all unionized stores.
In “Direct Attack” on Labor Movement, Amazon Claims NLRB Is Unconstitutional
Amazon's recent court filing suggests that it is seeking to dismantle the federal agency tasked with protecting workers.
Utah Legislature Votes to Uphold Subminimum Wage for Disabled Workers
Disabled people across the country face discrimination, poor treatment and subminimum wages in the workplace.
Costco Says It’s Not Anti-Union. Unionized Workers Are Putting That to the Test.
Costco bosses basked in praise for making union friendly statements but have yet to commit to bargain in good faith.
UFCW Local Leads Campaign to Win Strongest Tenant Protections in Washington
Grocery and retail workers helped win critical tenant protections for the 100,000 renters in the city of Tacoma.
1 US Worker Dies on the Job Every 96 Minutes, Latest Data Shows
New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics documents a significant jump in on the job deaths in the US.
NYU Contract Faculty Poised to Vote on Unionization
A "yes" vote would create the largest union of full-time, nontenured track faculty at a private US university.
Michigan’s Historic “Right-to-Work” Repeal Goes Into Effect
Michigan is the first state in nearly 60 years to repeal the anti-union law.
Absent Union Representation, NYC Nail Salon Workers Are Organizing Themselves
A New York bill would give nail technicians a seat at the table to promote sector-wide workplace changes.