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Feb. 24, 2022 Sánchez statement on BCTGM Local 37 collective bargaining agreement Rep. Linda Sánchez
Feb. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Kathy Hochul, Governor of New York State - Congresswoman Tenney, NY Colleagues Ask Governor Hochul to Reject Reduced Overtime Wage Threshold for Farm Laborers Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
Feb. 23, 2022 Young, Senators Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Test Portable Benefit Models Sen. Todd Young
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "A lot of Americans are employed in the gig economy, but are ineligible for benefit programs because old models don't fit an evolving workforce. I've introduced a bill to address that and test out models to better connect these workers to benefits." Sen. Mark Warner
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "This U.S Senator would be me. #Solidarity @CWAUnion ⁦ @WeAreGWA ⁩ ⁦ @ABetterABK" Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 23, 2022 Rep. Delgado Reintroduces Bill to Support Community College and Career Technical Education Students Rep. Alma Adams, ...
Feb. 23, 2022 Bennet, Hickenlooper, Polis Welcome Labor Secretary Marty Walsh to Colorado to Learn More About Apprenticeship Opportunities Across the State Sen. John Hickenlooper, ...
Feb. 22, 2022 Tweet - "I continue to be inspired by @USWNT for demanding equal pay for equal work & proving to everyone that change is possible when you stand up for what's right. Now, it's time for Republicans to stand up for what's right, too, & stop blocking #PaycheckFairness Act." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 22, 2022 Tweet - "Workers have a right to unionize and collectively bargain for better wages, benefits, and working conditions--and we can protect and strengthen that right by passing the #PROAct." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 22, 2022 Congresswoman Bourdeaux Introduces Legislation to Boost Workforce Development and Reduce Recidivism Rates Rep. Jay Obernolte, ...
Feb. 22, 2022 Senator Murray Celebrates the U.S. Women's National Team's Milestone Victory in Their Fight For Equal Pay Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 22, 2022 Matsui and DeLauro Issue Statement on USWNT Equal Pay Settlement Rep. Rosa DeLauro, ...
Feb. 22, 2022 Rep. Stansbury Highlights STEM Jobs and Opportunities for New Mexico in Newly Passed Bill Rep. Melanie Stansbury
Feb. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Career and Technical Education is important to making sure everyone has the skills they need to succeed and find good-paying jobs. Over the years, @HELPCMTEDems has done bipartisan work to support these programs--and as Chair it's a priority. #CTEMonth" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2022 Tweet - "As a Senator who always supports job creation in Wisconsin, thanks to Process Metal Innovators (PMI) in Bloomer for showing how #MadeinWI manufacturers are moving our economy forward." Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 20, 2022 Tweet - "Our nation's workers deserve: Paid leave A $15 federal minimum wage Strong protections for their right to unionize Safe and healthy workplaces That's how we build back fairer and stronger for everyone." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Workers and businesses agree: we need to pass legislation that helps pregnant workers stay healthy without losing out on a paycheck." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 Tweet - "This pandemic has made clear that we've got a caregiving crisis. Democrats' plan to ensure caregivers earn a living wage and make it easier for people with disabilities and older Americans to get the care they need is how we fix this crisis. #NationalCaregiversDay" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 CONGRESSMAN CASTRO HIGHLIGHTS NEW REPORT SHOWING TEXAS AS THE TOP STATE FOR 2021 MANUFACTURING JOB GROWTH Rep. Joaquin Castro
Feb. 18, 2022 Gov. Justice's Blue Ribbon Task Force makes final recommendations for creating a clearer path to jobs for West Virginians Sen. Jim Justice
Feb. 17, 2022 Lawmakers Reintroduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Test Portable Benefit Models Sen. Todd Young, ...
Feb. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Today, I led a bipartisan group to reintroduce a bill that would allow the DOL to test portable benefit designs for gig workers. We need a benefits model that fits the 21st century, and this program would help us better support an evolving workforce." Sen. Mark Warner
Feb. 17, 2022 Rep. Sewell Announces Alabama Gained 5,500 Manufacturing Jobs in 2021 Rep. Terri Sewell
Feb. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Too many Marylanders have struggled to access unemployment benefits during the pandemic. That's why I joined Team MD in urging the @MD_Labor to apply for a new program funded by the American Rescue Plan to improve the state's unemployment insurance system." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "I support #MadeinWI job creation for our Wisconsin workers." Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 16, 2022 Duckworth, Durbin Highlight Nearly 500 Rural Illinois Jobs Created or Saved Through Federal Investments Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 15, 2022 Reps. Norcross, Walberg Reintroduce Legislation to Improve Retirement Security for American Workers Rep. Donald Norcross
Feb. 15, 2022 Murphy Discusses Importance of Providing Youth Employment Opportunities at Senate HELP Hearing Sen. Chris Murphy
Feb. 15, 2022 Senator Murray Leads Hearing on Tackling Systemic Barriers to Employment with High-Quality Workforce Development Opportunities Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm chairing a Senate HELP Committee hearing about continuing to rebuild our nation"s workforce from the COVID-19 crisis by supporting workforce development programs that address systemic barriers to employment." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Ali and Rosalinda from Washington state are great examples of what can happen when people have access to workforce development programs that understand, and tackle, the barriers between them and high-quality jobs. This should be the case for workers everywhere." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 14, 2022 Padilla Cosponsors Legislation to Ensure Workers Have Reliable Work Schedules Sen. Alex Padilla
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States - Congressman Cohen Leads Letter to Attorney General Garland Seeking Reinstatement of Americans with Disabilities Act Employment Guidance Rep. Joe Neguse, ...
Feb. 13, 2022 Tweet - "We should be a country where workers aren't punished by losing a paycheck for trying to take time off to take care of themselves or their loved ones. We need paid leave." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 12, 2022 Sánchez joins AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, BCTGM Local 37 workers on picket line Rep. Linda Sánchez
Feb. 11, 2022 Duckworth Highlights Workforce Development Efforts at Lincoln Land Community College Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 11, 2022 Congressman Joe Morelle Announces $1.8 Million in Federal Funding to Combat New York's Opiod Crisis Rep. Joe Morelle
Feb. 11, 2022 Beyer Hails Biden Administration's Proposed Raise For Federal Workers Rep. Donald Beyer
Feb. 11, 2022 Rep. Stansbury, 130 Colleagues Introduce Resolution Recognizing Congressional Workers' Right to Organize Rep. Melanie Stansbury
Feb. 10, 2022 Rosen Applauds Senate Passage of Bipartisan Legislation Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Harassment and Assault Claims Sen. Jacky Rosen
Feb. 10, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, and Hon. Martin J. Walsh, Secretary of Labor - Warner, Kaine Urge Biden Administration to Ensure Virginia Seafood Processors Receive Necessary Visas Sen. Rand Paul, ...
Feb. 10, 2022 DeLauro, Warren Reintroduce the Schedules That Work Act Rep. Rosa DeLauro, ...
Feb. 10, 2022 Labor Caucus Calls on Senate to Pass PRO Act Rep. Donald Norcross
Feb. 10, 2022 Hirono Applauds Senate Passage of Bill to Void and Prevent Forced Arbitration Agreements for Sexual Harassment and Assault Sen. Mazie Hirono
Feb. 10, 2022 Rep. Susie Lee, Rep. Michelle Steel Announce Introduction of Hire Student Veterans Act Rep. Susie Lee, ...
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "I just voted to pass bipartisan legislation I have long supported that will prevent perpetrators from being able to push survivors of sexual harassment and sexual assault into the secretive, biased process of forced arbitration." Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Good news! The Senate passed the #EndForcedArbitration Act today to help survivors of workplace sexual harassment & sexual assault seek justice. This is a long-overdue step we should build on with additional steps to empower all workers and protect their rights." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 10, 2022 Grassley Lauds Passage Of Bipartisan Bill Guaranteeing Access To Courts For Survivors Of Sexual Assault In The Workplace Sen. Chuck Grassley
Feb. 10, 2022 Reps. Allen, Banks, Foxx Lead Amicus Brief Supporting Independent Contractors Rep. Virginia Foxx, ...
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "It's absurd and unacceptable that pregnant workers all too often have to choose between a healthy pregnancy and staying on the job. Let's fix this by passing the bipartisan Pregnant Workers Fairness Act." Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Feb. 24, 2022 Sánchez statement on BCTGM Local 37 collective bargaining agreement Rep.Linda Sánchez
Feb. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Kathy Hochul, Governor of New York State - Congresswoman Tenney, NY Colleagues Ask Governor Hochul to Reject Reduced Overtime Wage Threshold for Farm Laborers Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
Feb. 23, 2022 Young, Senators Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Test Portable Benefit Models Sen.Todd Young
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "A lot of Americans are employed in the gig economy, but are ineligible for benefit programs because old models don't fit an evolving workforce. I've introduced a bill to address that and test out models to better connect these workers to benefits." Sen.Mark Warner
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "This U.S Senator would be me. #Solidarity @CWAUnion ⁦ @WeAreGWA ⁩ ⁦ @ABetterABK" Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 23, 2022 Rep. Delgado Reintroduces Bill to Support Community College and Career Technical Education Students Rep.Alma Adams, ...
Feb. 23, 2022 Bennet, Hickenlooper, Polis Welcome Labor Secretary Marty Walsh to Colorado to Learn More About Apprenticeship Opportunities Across the State Sen.John Hickenlooper, ...
Feb. 22, 2022 Tweet - "I continue to be inspired by @USWNT for demanding equal pay for equal work & proving to everyone that change is possible when you stand up for what's right. Now, it's time for Republicans to stand up for what's right, too, & stop blocking #PaycheckFairness Act." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 22, 2022 Tweet - "Workers have a right to unionize and collectively bargain for better wages, benefits, and working conditions--and we can protect and strengthen that right by passing the #PROAct." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 22, 2022 Congresswoman Bourdeaux Introduces Legislation to Boost Workforce Development and Reduce Recidivism Rates Rep.Jay Obernolte, ...
Feb. 22, 2022 Senator Murray Celebrates the U.S. Women's National Team's Milestone Victory in Their Fight For Equal Pay Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 22, 2022 Matsui and DeLauro Issue Statement on USWNT Equal Pay Settlement Rep.Rosa DeLauro, ...
Feb. 22, 2022 Rep. Stansbury Highlights STEM Jobs and Opportunities for New Mexico in Newly Passed Bill Rep.Melanie Stansbury
Feb. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Career and Technical Education is important to making sure everyone has the skills they need to succeed and find good-paying jobs. Over the years, @HELPCMTEDems has done bipartisan work to support these programs--and as Chair it's a priority. #CTEMonth" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2022 Tweet - "As a Senator who always supports job creation in Wisconsin, thanks to Process Metal Innovators (PMI) in Bloomer for showing how #MadeinWI manufacturers are moving our economy forward." Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 20, 2022 Tweet - "Our nation's workers deserve: Paid leave A $15 federal minimum wage Strong protections for their right to unionize Safe and healthy workplaces That's how we build back fairer and stronger for everyone." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Workers and businesses agree: we need to pass legislation that helps pregnant workers stay healthy without losing out on a paycheck." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 Tweet - "This pandemic has made clear that we've got a caregiving crisis. Democrats' plan to ensure caregivers earn a living wage and make it easier for people with disabilities and older Americans to get the care they need is how we fix this crisis. #NationalCaregiversDay" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 CONGRESSMAN CASTRO HIGHLIGHTS NEW REPORT SHOWING TEXAS AS THE TOP STATE FOR 2021 MANUFACTURING JOB GROWTH Rep.Joaquin Castro
Feb. 18, 2022 Gov. Justice's Blue Ribbon Task Force makes final recommendations for creating a clearer path to jobs for West Virginians Sen.Jim Justice
Feb. 17, 2022 Lawmakers Reintroduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Test Portable Benefit Models Sen.Todd Young, ...
Feb. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Today, I led a bipartisan group to reintroduce a bill that would allow the DOL to test portable benefit designs for gig workers. We need a benefits model that fits the 21st century, and this program would help us better support an evolving workforce." Sen.Mark Warner
Feb. 17, 2022 Rep. Sewell Announces Alabama Gained 5,500 Manufacturing Jobs in 2021 Rep.Terri Sewell
Feb. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Too many Marylanders have struggled to access unemployment benefits during the pandemic. That's why I joined Team MD in urging the @MD_Labor to apply for a new program funded by the American Rescue Plan to improve the state's unemployment insurance system." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "I support #MadeinWI job creation for our Wisconsin workers." Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 16, 2022 Duckworth, Durbin Highlight Nearly 500 Rural Illinois Jobs Created or Saved Through Federal Investments Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 15, 2022 Reps. Norcross, Walberg Reintroduce Legislation to Improve Retirement Security for American Workers Rep.Donald Norcross
Feb. 15, 2022 Murphy Discusses Importance of Providing Youth Employment Opportunities at Senate HELP Hearing Sen.Chris Murphy
Feb. 15, 2022 Senator Murray Leads Hearing on Tackling Systemic Barriers to Employment with High-Quality Workforce Development Opportunities Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm chairing a Senate HELP Committee hearing about continuing to rebuild our nation"s workforce from the COVID-19 crisis by supporting workforce development programs that address systemic barriers to employment." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Ali and Rosalinda from Washington state are great examples of what can happen when people have access to workforce development programs that understand, and tackle, the barriers between them and high-quality jobs. This should be the case for workers everywhere." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 14, 2022 Padilla Cosponsors Legislation to Ensure Workers Have Reliable Work Schedules Sen.Alex Padilla
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States - Congressman Cohen Leads Letter to Attorney General Garland Seeking Reinstatement of Americans with Disabilities Act Employment Guidance Rep.Joe Neguse, ...
Feb. 13, 2022 Tweet - "We should be a country where workers aren't punished by losing a paycheck for trying to take time off to take care of themselves or their loved ones. We need paid leave." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 12, 2022 Sánchez joins AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, BCTGM Local 37 workers on picket line Rep.Linda Sánchez
Feb. 11, 2022 Duckworth Highlights Workforce Development Efforts at Lincoln Land Community College Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 11, 2022 Congressman Joe Morelle Announces $1.8 Million in Federal Funding to Combat New York's Opiod Crisis Rep.Joe Morelle
Feb. 11, 2022 Beyer Hails Biden Administration's Proposed Raise For Federal Workers Rep.Donald Beyer
Feb. 11, 2022 Rep. Stansbury, 130 Colleagues Introduce Resolution Recognizing Congressional Workers' Right to Organize Rep.Melanie Stansbury
Feb. 10, 2022 Rosen Applauds Senate Passage of Bipartisan Legislation Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Harassment and Assault Claims Sen.Jacky Rosen
Feb. 10, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, and Hon. Martin J. Walsh, Secretary of Labor - Warner, Kaine Urge Biden Administration to Ensure Virginia Seafood Processors Receive Necessary Visas Sen.Rand Paul, ...
Feb. 10, 2022 DeLauro, Warren Reintroduce the Schedules That Work Act Rep.Rosa DeLauro, ...
Feb. 10, 2022 Labor Caucus Calls on Senate to Pass PRO Act Rep.Donald Norcross
Feb. 10, 2022 Hirono Applauds Senate Passage of Bill to Void and Prevent Forced Arbitration Agreements for Sexual Harassment and Assault Sen.Mazie Hirono
Feb. 10, 2022 Rep. Susie Lee, Rep. Michelle Steel Announce Introduction of Hire Student Veterans Act Rep.Susie Lee, ...
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "I just voted to pass bipartisan legislation I have long supported that will prevent perpetrators from being able to push survivors of sexual harassment and sexual assault into the secretive, biased process of forced arbitration." Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Good news! The Senate passed the #EndForcedArbitration Act today to help survivors of workplace sexual harassment & sexual assault seek justice. This is a long-overdue step we should build on with additional steps to empower all workers and protect their rights." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 10, 2022 Grassley Lauds Passage Of Bipartisan Bill Guaranteeing Access To Courts For Survivors Of Sexual Assault In The Workplace Sen.Chuck Grassley
Feb. 10, 2022 Reps. Allen, Banks, Foxx Lead Amicus Brief Supporting Independent Contractors Rep.Virginia Foxx, ...
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "It's absurd and unacceptable that pregnant workers all too often have to choose between a healthy pregnancy and staying on the job. Let's fix this by passing the bipartisan Pregnant Workers Fairness Act." Sen.Patty Murray
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