New York Governor Kathy Hochul just signed three bills that will strengthen the State's commitment to clean energy development and energy efficiency. One bill requires prevailing wages for renewable energy projects one megawatt and larger that involve the procurement of renewable … [Read more...] about NY Governor Signs Three Clean Energy Bills
New Labor Rules Coming This Fall
In President Biden's latest regulatory agenda, we saw that a proposed update to overtime regulations will be released in the fall, a final rule on how the DOL will calculate prevailing wages will be out by December, and steps will be taken to implement the President's executive order on project … [Read more...] about New Labor Rules Coming This Fall
HUD Launches “Our Way Home”
HUD just launched a national initiative called "Our Way Home" to increase the affordable housing supply in local communities across the country. See here for more information: https://www.hud.gov/press/press_releases_media_advisories/hud_no_22_105 … [Read more...] about HUD Launches “Our Way Home”
Federal Legislation Introduced to Help Airport Workers
Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Congressman Jesús G. “Chuy” García introduced the Good Jobs for Good Airports Act, which would improve the pay, benefits, and labor standards for airport workers. For example, it would require airports to ensure that service workers employed by vendors … [Read more...] about Federal Legislation Introduced to Help Airport Workers
USDOL Awards $57M to Help Veterans Reenter Workforce
The US Department of Labor has awarded more than $57 million in grants ($37 million in continuation grants and $20 million in new grants) to different organizations to help veterans reenter the workforce. Services provided will help veterans experiencing homelessness learn occupational skills, … [Read more...] about USDOL Awards $57M to Help Veterans Reenter Workforce
Company to Pay More than $220K for Wage Violations on Public Works
A rail system company was cited for improperly paying its employees on five public works projects in Massachusetts. Violations included improper calculation of overtime, failing to properly account for different hourly rates of pay, and failing to submit accurate certified payrolls. The company and … [Read more...] about Company to Pay More than $220K for Wage Violations on Public Works