GOP Lawmaker Calls for Contractor Rule Suspension
Rep. Kevin Kiley is among a contingent of lawmakers advancing a congressional maneuver that would pause enforcement of a federal employee classification rule that affects truck drivers.
Unemployment Applications Dip to 210,000
WASHINGTON — The number of Americans signing up for unemployment benefits fell slightly last week, another sign that the labor market remains strong and most workers enjoy job security.
ATA, Hill Republicans Continue to Oppose Julie Su
Following a Senate committee’s approval of Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su’s nomination to lead the department, congressional Republicans renewed their opposition efforts.
Work-Related Deaths Rise in 2022, BLS Report Finds
The number of job-related deaths rose 5.7% in 2022 compared with 2021, with workers in broadly defined transportation-related jobs accounting for the largest share of fatalities.
Energy, Housing, Food Drive Slight Uptick in US Inflation
WASHINGTON — Higher energy and housing prices boosted overall U.S. inflation in December, a sign that the Federal Reserve’s drive to slow inflation to its 2% target may remain a bumpy one.
Labor Market Solid With 199,000 Jobs Added in November
The nation’s employers added a solid 199,000 jobs in November and the unemployment rate fell, fresh signs that the economy could achieve an elusive “soft landing.”
Job Growth Slows in October, but Still Sturdy at 150,000
WASHINGTON — The nation’s employers slowed their hiring in October, adding a modest but still decent 150,000 jobs, a sign that the labor market may be cooling but remains resilient.
House Leaders Seek to Limit Acting Secretary Julie Su’s Term
Legislation aimed at preventing an acting head of the Department of Labor from remaining in the job indefinitely was recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Amid Growing Opposition, Labor Nominee Su Awaits Senate Vote
Julie Su’s nomination to lead the Labor Department moved closer to defeat with the announcement of Sen. Joe Manchin’s opposition.
UPS-Teamsters Negotiations Remain Stalled
UPS on July 11 pushed to Aug. 8 the release date for its second-quarter financial report, a week after its labor contract with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters is set to expire.