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United States Of America - UAW: Tentative Deals With Automakers...

United States Of America - A potential for a strike effecting American auto manufacturer's is gaining higher probabilities as the stand off date approaches. Union workers and manufacturer's have been struggling to come together on or reach agreements. Variables for workers such as increased living expenses and manufacturer supply chain…

United States Of America - On June 1, 2023, the United States Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Washington state concrete business which sued the union that represented the company’s truck drivers. The 8-1 decision overturned the lower court ruling of Glacier Northwest Inc. v. International Brotherhood of Teamsters, which held that Glacier is…

United States of America - Labor and PLA's had something to celebrate as President Joe Biden has signed an executive order that will require project labor agreements in federal construction projects waging over $35 million in value. The order will apply to a total of $262 billion in federal construction contracting and nearly 200,000 workers will…

Seattle, Washington - Carpenters in the Seattle area have approved a new contract with their employers following a nearly three-week strike that slowed construction across the region and exposed divisions within the union's 12,000 members. The Northwest Carpenters Union reported Monday evening that its members voted in favor of the deal by a…

          Orange, CT- Avangrid, a renewable energy company headquartered in Orange, CT, is on their way towards becoming a leading forefront in transforming how the United States produces and utilizes energy. On July 16th, Avangrid’s energy division, Avangrid Renewables, announced partnership with Massachusetts Building Trades and several local…

Boston, Mass- It is not an unknown fact that the construction industry houses high-paying jobs which don’t necessarily always require a high level of education. Most have a low entry barrier and offer superior training, providing individuals with the dignity that comes from satisfactory careers. What many turn a blind eye to however, is the racism…

A University of Massachusetts Amherst Labor Center study has recently revealed the “not so perfect” side of Boston. Within the city, the construction sector is riddled with inequality, cash payments, and poor employee treatment. Labor brokers are commonly found…

U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh appointed 15 individuals to serve on the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety And Health WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh appointed 15 individuals to serve on the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety And Health. The ACCSH, for short, is a continuous body by statue that provides…

ALBANY, NY- A bill, Legislation S2766/A3350, that passed the assembly is now on its way through the New York State Senate. The bill, sponsored by Senator Jessica Ramos, looks to ensure that responsibility and oversight will be put on prime contract holders such as a General Contractor when issues arise with unfair labor practices, wage theft, and…