Senator Gomez withdraws farmworker fairness amendment after extended floor plea; Ways & Means to continue talks Senator Adam Gomez introduced a comprehensive package to extend minimum-wage parity, overtime, paid breaks and PTO to agricultural workers but withdrew the amendment to allow further negotiation with Ways & Means and stakeholders.

Senator Adam Gomez is fighting for farmworker rights by proposing a bold amendment to finally bring labor protections into the 21st century—but he’s hit pause to ensure all voices are heard.

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Nebraska lawmakers advance measure enabling private power for large industrial customers after hours of debate on water, public power and tax breaks After hours of debate over water use, public power protections, workforce rules and tax incentives, the Nebraska Legislature advanced LB 12 61 — a bill allowing privately owned electric generation to serve large industrial customers — to E & R engrossing. Multiple transparency and labor amendments were offered; several failed.

Nebraska lawmakers have sparked a heated debate as they advance a bill that could reshape public power and water usage for massive data centers—are we sacrificing resources for industry?

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Senate marks 115th anniversary of Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, urges continued worker protections On March 24 the Senate adopted a resolution commemorating the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, recalled the 146 victims and urged sustained enforcement of labor and fire-safety protections.

The New York State Senate honored the 115th anniversary of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, a tragedy that reshaped labor laws and still resonates today in the fight for worker safety and rights.

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Senate committee advances dozens of bills, reports multiple substitutes and carries others for further work A Senate of Virginia committee in Richmond acted on a broad docket, adopting committee substitutes and reporting many House bills to the full Senate while carrying several measures for further drafting or fiscal review.

The Virginia Senate committee took significant steps forward this week by advancing multiple bills and adopting crucial technical fixes, paving the way for more comprehensive labor protections and support for low-income electricity customers.

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Garcia presses administration witness on staffing cuts as union warns of service disruptions Ranking Member Garcia recounted constituent stories of federal workers losing jobs and funding, asked administration witness Mr. Shriver whether workforce impact analyses were done, and elicited a warning from union leader Ms. Greenwald that cuts are degrading essential services.

Ranking Member Garcia reveals alarming stories of federal workers facing job instability and service disruptions due to recent staffing cuts.

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House clears package of bills on trailers, timberland taxes, ambulance funding, labor protections, housing and burial grounds The House passed a set of bills on the floor covering fifth-wheel trailer definitions, timberland tax treatment, the ambulance quality fee, domestic-worker labor protections, land banking, irrigation board rules and family burial grounds; most passed by comfortable margins or unanimous roll call.

The House just passed a sweeping set of bills addressing everything from trailer definitions to labor protections, all with overwhelming support!

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Bernalillo County adopts resolution tying public incentives for data centers to strict water, energy and labor terms The Bernalillo County Commission on Feb. 11 adopted a resolution conditioning county incentives for data center projects on full water offsets, high renewable energy standards and labor protections after a contentious public comment period and a 4–1 vote.

Bernalillo County just took a bold step by tying public incentives for data centers to strict environmental and labor standards, sparking heated debates among community members.

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Ithaca council creates special committee to study wrongful discharge and labor protections The Ithaca Common Council voted 9–1 on Feb. 4 to create a five‑member special committee to study wrongful discharge and local labor protections, directing the city attorney to prepare legal and fiscal analyses and setting a schedule for public forums and committee meetings.

Ithaca's Common Council just launched a special committee to tackle wrongful discharge and labor protections—what changes could this mean for local workers?

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Committee advances domestic‑worker labor protections after debate over cost The House Labor Committee reported a proposed substitute to House Bill 23‑55 out of committee with a 6–3 vote after supporters said it would extend protections and remedies to many domestic workers and opponents cited a roughly $2.5 million fiscal note.

The House Labor Committee has taken a significant step forward in advocating for domestic worker protections, but a heated debate over costs looms large.

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Anne Arundel Council defeats project‑labor‑agreement bill after long debate After hours of testimony by union representatives, contractors and procurement officials, the council voted 5‑2 to defeat Bill 125, a measure to codify project labor agreement (PLA) rules and a $35 million threshold. Supporters asked for stronger local labor protections; opponents warned PLAs would raise costs and reduce competition.

The Anne Arundel County Council's recent decision to defeat Bill 125 has sparked fierce debate over the future of labor agreements and their impact on local projects.

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Supporters urge expansion of domestic‑worker protections; agency flags implementation costs SB 60 53 would extend minimum wage, overtime, written‑agreement and anti‑discrimination protections to many domestic workers. Supporters cited Seattle's experience; Department of Labor & Industries said it would need time and resources to implement and suggested technical amendments.

A new bill aims to revolutionize labor protections for domestic workers, ensuring fair wages and rights that many have long been denied.

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Vermont committee hears testimony for and against licensing massage therapists amid trafficking, safety concerns The Government Operations & Military Affairs committee heard extensive testimony on H.588 about licensing massage therapists and establishments, with advocates citing public safety and training standards and an anti‑trafficking group urging against enforcement that criminalizes vulnerable workers.

Vermont's debate over massage therapy licensing is heating up, with advocates warning that criminalizing unlicensed work could endanger vulnerable workers and fail to combat trafficking effectively.

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@adamconover.net & @juliesulabor.bsky.social | Adam Conover: "The Labor Movement Refuses to Be Destroyed By Trump with Julie Su" | #Factually #Unions #Workers #LaborProtections #WarOnWorkers #WageTheft #CollectiveBargaining #DivideAndConquer #Politics
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Olympia City Council reviews workers bill of rights initiative for upcoming decision Council discusses options for the workers bill of rights initiative following certification.

Olympia City Council is on the brink of a game-changing decision that could reshape labor rights in the city with the newly certified "Workers' Bill of Rights."

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Massachusetts legislators propose law for remote employee labor protections Bill secures Massachusetts law for remote employees of local employers effective January 2026

Massachusetts is paving the way for remote employee rights with groundbreaking labor protections set to take effect in 2026!

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WORKER SAFETY AT RISK: Non-partisan data suggests #OBBBA's deregulation agenda & agency cuts could weaken worker safety protections. This risks more workplace injuries, illnesses, and exploitation for American workers. #WorkerRights #LaborProtections #WorkplaceSafety

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Los Angeles advocates urge city council to protect youth and workforce funding Community leaders demand restoration of funding for youth services and labor protections.

Community leaders in Los Angeles are sounding the alarm as proposed budget cuts threaten vital youth programs and labor protections for vulnerable populations.

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Nevada Senate approves S.B. 443 ensuring prevailing wages for public utility projects Senate Bill 443 mandates prevailing wage payment for contractors on public utility constructions.

Nevada's Senate Bill 443 could revolutionize construction labor by ensuring fair wages for workers on public utility projects—are we witnessing a major shift in workers' rights?

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Court outlines employee rights and remedies for retaliation claims Employees may receive reinstatement and damages if retaliated against for protected activities.

Colorado lawmakers are taking a bold step forward with House Bill 1031, aiming to protect employees from workplace retaliation and empower them to speak out against injustice.

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Democrats defend National Labor Relations and Merit Systems Protection Boards against Trump Democratic leadership files amicus brief to protect workers' rights and uphold agency integrity.

Congressman Jamie Raskin's powerful plea in the House Judiciary Committee highlights a critical battle to protect workers' rights against unprecedented threats.

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Rhode Island AFL CIO supports Senate Bill 5 to enhance labor protections Autumn Kia urges lawmakers to pass Senate Bill 5 for stronger worker protections amid economic challenges

As Rhode Island faces economic uncertainty, Senate Bill 5 emerges as a crucial lifeline for workers' rights, championed by AFL-CIO's Autumn Kia.

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Miami coalition secures historic heat protections for construction workers We Count coalition announces new heat protections amid community engagement for local development.

Miami-Dade County is at a crossroads as community advocates push for essential labor protections in housing developments, sparking a passionate debate over transparency and collaboration.

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Steve Bannon prefers to talk about the “deconstruction of the administrative state,” but that amounts to the same thing.

These ideas are not original to Vance or Bannon: In the 21st century, elected leaders such as #HugoChávez or #ViktorOrbán have also used their democratic mandates for the […]

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