Bureau of Labor Statistics restricts non-compliant bot activity
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has issued a notice regarding access issues related to automated retrieval programs, commonly known as “robots” or “bots.”
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Secretary Chavez-DeRemer launches ‘America at Work’ listening tour
U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer has announced a nationwide listening tour titled “America at Work.”
Bipartisan bill seeks federal protection for public service workers’ collective bargaining rights
On Tuesday, leaders from the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and various union partners collaborated with members of Congress to reintroduce the bipartisan Public Service Freedom…
Iron ore shipments on Great Lakes decrease 39.1% in March
Shipments of iron ore on the Great Lakes declined in March, with figures falling below one million tons, reflecting a 39.1 percent decrease compared to the same month in 2024.
Changes to VA healthcare under Project 2025 spark concern among veteran groups
In a recent update, concerns continue to rise over Project 2025 and its impact on Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare and veterans’ employment preferences.
Performing Artist Tax Parity Act reintroduced in Senate with bipartisan support
Actors’ Equity Association has expressed approval for the reintroduction of the Performing Artist Tax Parity Act (PATPA) in the Senate.
Prominent leaders back Jones Act amid E.U. lobbying concerns
The Jones Act, a longstanding United States cabotage law, has recently received strong backing from various American defense and industry leaders.
Court blocks data transfer to Elon Musk’s department
A federal court has issued a preliminary injunction preventing the Education Department, the Office of Personnel Management, and the Department of the Treasury from sharing private data with Elon Musk’s…
Idaho Education Association awaits Supreme Court action on school voucher lawsuit
In September, the Idaho Education Association (IEA) and other petitioners asked the Idaho Supreme Court to declare the state’s new voucher law unconstitutional.
Maine Lobstering Union urges fairer USMCA terms for American lobstermen
Maine Lobstering Union Local 207 Executive Liaison and Political Director Virginia Olsen spoke before the U.S. Trade Representative, asking federal officials to address what she described as long-standing inequities in the U.S.-Mexico-Canada…
Local 1102 RWDSU/UFCW highlights member achievements across NYU Dining Hall, H&M, DMI Appliance Group
Local 1102 RWDSU/UFCW posted on social media between December 3-5, 2025 to recognize its members’ efforts at NYU Dining Hall, H&M stores with Recorder/Rep Eileen Crosby present, and DMI Appliance Group warehouses.
Idaho Education Association launches virtual collective bargaining training series
The Idaho Education Association (IEA) Collective Bargaining Council is offering a free training series aimed at improving collective bargaining skills among its members.
Idaho Education Association opens nominations for board and national assembly roles
Nominations are now open for several leadership positions within the Idaho Education Association (IEA), including seats on the Board of Directors and representatives to the National Education Association (NEA) Representative Assembly, which will…
Hawaii State Teachers Association seeks applicants for Kaulike specialist position
The Hawaii State Teachers Association has announced a job opening for the position of Kaulike (Equity) Specialist.