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Congress Passes Measure Making It Easier for Workers to Track Retirement Funds
The measure makes a “lost and found” database for workers to track retirement funds at places they’ve previously worked.
Senate Passes Measure Expanding Rights for Pregnant People in the Workplace
Many of the 24 Republicans who voted “no” on the measure also oppose abortion rights.
Overwhelming Majority of Voters Back Fines for Employers That Violate Labor Laws
The findings suggest that it would be a politically popular move for Congress to act in support of the labor movement.
Trader Joe’s in Louisville Seeks to Become Third Location to Unionize
The union says it has collected signed union cards from “well over” 30 percent of staff.
“Our National Nightmare Is Over”: NLRB Union Praises New Funding in Omnibus Bill
The union celebrated the funding proposal but said it was the bare minimum to keep the agency afloat.
Over 1,000 Starbucks Workers Across the US Are Walking Out for a 3-Day Strike
The strike is an escalation of the union campaign as workers protest unfair labor practices from the company.
Companies That Illegally Fire Workers Will Now Have to Pay for Debts Incurred
The NLRB has ruled that employers who illegally fire workers are on the hook for consequences like credit card debt.
AOC Calls for Labor Board to Be Fully Funded as Agency Warns of Shortfalls
This month may be Democrats' last chance to boost the agency before it becomes a target of the GOP-controlled House.
Over 1,000 New York Times Workers Stage 24-Hour Walkout
The walkout is the outlet’s largest work stoppage in over 40 years.
Apple Illegally Busted Union Effort in Atlanta Store, Labor Officials Say
The anti-union tactics that Apple employed were so harsh, workers said, that the employees withdrew their union drive.