| Proposed changes to reduce miners exposure to respirable silica, investing in career opportunities for young people and more | 
U.S. Department of Labor | | July 6, 2023 |
| Protecting miners health MSHA announced potential rule changes to federal standards to better protect the nations miners from health hazards related to exposure to respirable crystalline silica, or silica dust. Unhealthy levels of silica, and exposure over time can cause severe illnesses like silicosis and cancer. |
| Giving more young people opportunities to succeed Were awarding $11.7 million in grants to support programs that help youth and young adults in communities affected by violence and poverty to prepare for career success in the labor market. |
| Seeking apprenticeship expertise Know anyone passionate about expanding and improving Registered Apprenticeships? We're accepting nominations for the National Advisory Committee on Apprenticeship until July 30, 2023. |
| Misclassification cheats workers and communities The department has asked a federal court to force a Florida-based customer service provider for major national brands including Barnes & Noble, Comcast, Disney and Walgreens to pay back wages and liquidated damages to more than 22,000 workers. |
|  | Good Jobs Initiative Joining the Biden-Harris administrations Investing in America tour, Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su says the departments investments will create and support quality jobs. |
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|  | Deadly struck-by hazards OSHA cited Florida construction contractor after concrete pile struck a lift above I-95, causing a 46-year-old workers fatal fall and another workers serious injuries. |
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|  | Rehab Act turns 50 This year marks 50th anniversary of the passage of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Read about Section 501 and how it has improved the lives of those with disabilities. |
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|  | Preparing service members for the future Four more organizations joined the Employment Navigator and Partnership Pilot, which provides employment assistance to transitioning service members and their spouses. |
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|  | Sawmill fatality OSHA cited Alabama sawmill operator for the third time for safety violations after a 20-year-old worker died while trying to clear a jammed roller. |
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|  | Health benefits seminar Small business owners and plan administrators: Youre invited to a free seminar July 11-12 in Las Vegas on complying with health benefits laws. |
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|  | International labor concerns Deputy Undersecretary for International Affairs Thea Lee shared a statement after the June 24 murder of four Honduran trade union leaders. |
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| More than $15,000 in overtime pay recovered Before the Wage and Hour Division stepped in, a South Carolina trucking company was denying Angela the overtime pay she had rightfully earned for working over 40 hours a week. Now, she encourages other workers to speak up about being treated unfairly. |
| Do you want a job that makes a difference? Interested in helping workers, job seekers and retirees? We're hiring for positions in many fields across the country. Visit dol.gov/opportunities to learn more about working at @USDOL and find open opportunities. -@USDOL |
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