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U.S. Department of Labor | | January 29, 2021 |
| COVID-19 Workplace Guidance Responding to President Joe Bidens executive order on worker health and safety, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued stronger guidance on identifying coronavirus exposure risks and implementing a COVID-19 Prevention Program at work. |
| Stronger Worker Protections The Wage and Hour Division is ending the Payroll Audit Independent Determination program, which allowed employers to self-report violations and avoid accountability. |
| HIRE Vets Medallion Award Starting Jan. 31, the department is accepting applications for the 2021 HIRE Vets Medallion Award, to recognize employers that meet standards for excellence in recruiting, hiring and retaining veterans. |
| ACA Review An executive order calls on the secretary of labor to review agency actions to determine whether they protect and strengthen Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act and make high-quality health care accessible and affordable for every American. |
|  | ODEP at 20 This year, the Office of Disability Employment Policy celebrates 20 years of driving change and creating opportunity for Americans of all abilities. |
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|  | 300A Deadline March 2, 2021, is the deadline to submit 2020 Form 300A, summarizing work-related injuries and illnesses, data to OSHA. |
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