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Pa. L&I leads multi-state effort opposing proposed federal rollback of workplace safety protections
Secretary Nancy Walker and the Dept. of Labor and Industry are leading a multi-state coalition opposing a proposed federal rollback of workplace safety protections.
Lehigh, Montgomery counties receiving state investment for building and construction jobs
Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy Walker said the Shapiro Administration's latest investment will help equip workers with the skills required for in-demand jobs.
Shapiro Administration invests in apprenticeship opportunities
A $3 million investment in career development for Pennsylvania’s high school students was announced Thursday by the Shapiro Administration.
Shapiro Administration champions apprenticeship programs across Pa.
The Shapiro Administration has announced that $5 million in grant funding is available to expand registered apprenticeship programs across Pennsylvania.
OSHA: R.M. Palmer Co. could have prevented plant explosion
The R.M. Palmer Co. Is facing close to $33,500 in fines from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) resulting from the plant explosion in March that killed seven workers.
PA House passes bill increasing penalties for child labor violations
Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives passed legislation increasing the penalties for employers in violation of the state’s Child Labor Act.
PA granted nearly $3 million from federal government for workforce funding
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry received a $2.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor.
Shapiro Administration looks to boost apprenticeships, construction trades
Shapiro Administration announces added funding for apprenticeships and construction trades.
Lehigh state rep brings background in business and labor to new role
Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh), already versed in the ways and means of the Pennsylvania House Labor and Industry Committee as vice chairman, has been appointed to serve as chairman.
Termination of Trade Adjustment Assistance for Workers Program to affect 100,000 workers
U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh said the termination of the Trade Adjustment Assistance for Workers Program will affect nearly 100,000 workers.
Millersville and NCC among 37 nonprofits to receive Dept. of Labor grants
Millersville University and Northampton County Community College are among 37 nonprofits nationwide to receive grants from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Federal rule barring 401k managers from investing in sustainable companies hits sour note with Martin Guitar CEO
The CEO of guitar maker C.F. Martin & Co. is pushing back against a rule proposed by the U.S. Department of Labor that would prohibit company 401k managers from investing in so-called Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) funds.
