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Teamsters, Congress Tackle Amazon Safety Crisis
The Facts - The Warehouse Worker Protection Act aims to regulate warehouse quotas and prioritize worker safety. Injury rates at Amazon facilities are 76% higher than the rest of the warehouse industry. The legislation is already law in several states and aims to improve working conditions at warehouses. Here is your requested rewrite in HTML […]
Bipartisan $2.3 Trillion Bill Set to Revamp America - Rio Grande Guardian
The Facts - U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez discussed the potential transformative effect of the $2.3 trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law at a ceremony for a new air traffic control tower at Valley International Airport. The Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act provides funding for multiple infrastructure projects such as airports, roads, bridges, public transit, broadband, and power […]
Whitmer Seeks 5,000 Infrastructure Workers for Training, Job Placement
The Facts - Governor Whitmer signed an executive directive to train 5,000 new infrastructure workers. The trained workers would assist in upgrading Michigan's infrastructure including roads, bridges, and internet. The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity will ensure workers receive training and are job-placed. Governor Initiates Training Program for Infrastructure Workers Michigan's Governor Gretchen […]
Lincoln Co. receives $4M from Tester's Infrastructure Act
The Facts - U.S. Senator Jon Tester secured over $15 million through the Secure Rural Schools program. The funding will support public schools, roads, and other services in Montana. Lincoln County will receive more than $4 million from the funding. Tester Secures Infrastructure Funds for Montana's Public Services U.S. Senator Jon Tester has secured $15,919,854 […]
$274M State & Federal Funds to Enhance PA Water Quality
The Facts - Governor Shapiro announced a $274 million investment for water infrastructure projects across 22 counties. The projects aim to replace lead pipes, upgrade systems, extend service and reduce contaminants. The funding comes from a mix of state funds, Marcellus Legacy funds, IIJA stimulus funds, and federal EPA grants. Pennsylvania Governor Announces $274M for […]
Port NOLA Gets $7.1M Federal Grant for Sustainability Infrastructure
The Facts - The U.S. Department of Transportation is granting $7,117,567 to the Port of New Orleans. The grant will be used to upgrade infrastructure, purchase electric trucks, and support workforce development. The funding aims to reduce truck emissions and promote sustainability in transportation infrastructure. DOT Grant to Reduce Truck Emissions at Port NOLA Congressman […]
AFL-CIO Unveils 2024 Job Death Report Before Workers Memorial Day
The Facts - Workers of color, particularly Black and Latino workers, are increasingly dying on the job. The AFL-CIO annual report highlights workplace safety issues and proposes strategies to address them. Around 344 workers died daily from hazardous conditions and 5,486 were killed on the job in 2022. Fatalities Among Workers of Color at an […]
Buttigieg Declares Infrastructure Funding | Transport Topics
The Facts - Secretary Pete Buttigieg is focusing on improving connectivity along mobility corridors and funding projects for climate resilience and helping disenfranchised communities. The 2021's Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act has allowed for billions of dollars for supply chain programs and expanding emergency response accounts. Maryland officials are calling for emergency aid for the […]
Governor signs bill to boost aviation infrastructure investment
The Facts - Governor Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2498, investing more in Kansas public airports. The bill increases funding for the Kansas Airport Improvement Program from $5 million to $15 million. The increased funding will support initiatives like safety enhancements and modernization of infrastructure. Kansas Governor Signs House Bill 2498 for Airport Investment Governor […]
AFL-CIO Initiates Climate, Equity and Jobs Program
The Facts - AFL-CIO hosted an Earth Day event to discuss climate change, racial and environmental justice, and job equity. They outlined a strategy for advancing these causes within the labor movement, recognizing that climate change disproportionately impacts Black and Brown workers. AFL-CIO pledges to engage with justice organizations, invest in climate resilience, grow the […]
