DOL Newsletter

Labor Day 2017

From the U.S. Department of Labor to all the American workers who have made this country great: Thank you.

Recover and Rebuild

In Texas with Vice President Mike Pence and other Cabinet members, U.S. Secretary of Labor Alexander Acosta surveyed storm damage, met with displaced residents, and announced Department efforts to support recovery, including $30 million in grants to assist dislocated workers.

Hurricane Harvey

"Safety is critical in this difficult time." In a PSA, Secretary Acosta offers storm recovery safety tips. Find hurricane recovery resources and learn moreabout how the Department is helping affected communities.

Job Growth

The economy added 165,000 private sector jobs in August, including 36,000 in manufacturing.

LaGuardia Partnership

A public-private partnership will promote workplace safety for a redevelopment project in LaGuardia's Central Terminal.

Consumer Spending Up

2016 average consumer expenditures were $57,311, a 2.4 percent increase indicating consumer confidence.

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Extension Proposed

The Department has proposed an 18-month extension for exemptions to the fiduciary rule, from Jan. 1, 2018, to July 1, 2019.

VETS Report

A new report provides an overview of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act FY16 program.

Mason Safety

OSHA and the Mason Contractors' Association of St. Louis renewed a successful partnership to improve safety for area masons.

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"Make the sacrifice. It's worth it."

Philadelphia natives Clay and Amber are looking forward to a bright professional future, thanks to an apprenticeship program.

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