The $900 billion Covid relief law extends unemployment benefits in two programs (PUA and PEUC) by up to 15 weeks.
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NYPD Anti-Discrimination Chief Suspended Without Pay Over ‘Vile, Racist’ Messages
Deputy Inspector James Kobel has been suspended for 30 days without pay and a spokesperson confirmed an internal disciplinary process is underway
Google workers have made organizing attempts in the past. Here’s why this one is more significant
Alphabet workers’ union announcement Monday represents a tipping point for employees at the Google parent company.
Workers overpaid in pandemic unemployment may no longer have to return the money
In recent months, hundreds of thousands of self-employed, freelance and gig workers have been notified that they’ve been overpaid in unemployment benefits during the pandemic and must return the funds to their state.
Sen. Warren introduces bill to provide free Covid testing for teachers, students and essential workers across U.S.
The Expanding COVID-19 Testing Capacity Act of 2020 would require HHS to ensure there are enough testing kits and supplies.
Over 40% of women in tech say they’ve been harassed by a boss or investor, according to new report
More than three years after the #MeToo hashtag sparked conversations about sexual harassment in the workplace, more than 40% of women who are tech employees or founders say they’ve recently experienced harassment from a boss or an investor, according to a report from Women Who Tech.
United Auto Workers union settles corruption probe with Justice Department
Federal prosecutors Monday announced a proposed civil settlement with the United Auto Workers regarding a multiyear corruption probe.
Hospitals scramble to prioritize Covid vaccine for their workers. Who gets them first?
Hospitals have been grappling with how to distribute the first scarce shots. Their plans vary broadly.
If Covid has made working from home our new normal, your boss and Uncle Sam should chip in
The U.S. has never seen remote work at the scale it’s being done today. And since it can benefit employers and the broader society, the costs should be shared.
Workers get ‘a lot of hope’ as Florida votes to hike minimum wage to $15 per hour
Faith Booker spent Election Night closely watching the votes come in, not only for the presidential race, but for a Florida ballot initiative that could change her life: increasing the minimum wage.
McDonald’s seeks dismissal of racial discrimination lawsuit by former franchisees
McDonald’s is asking a judge to dismiss a racial discrimination lawsuit filed by 52 former franchisees.
Amazon has resumed policies that penalize workers for taking too many breaks, just in time for Prime Day
What the workforce will look like in 2025 as it morphs due to pandemic
Companies like Cisco are reimagining the future of work due to the move towards a more remote workforce during the coronavirus pandemic.
Transgender man files pregnancy discrimination suit against Amazon
Shaun Simmons claims he was harassed and denied a promotion with the online giant after telling his boss he was pregnant.
Why the Trump administration is slashing anti-discrimination training
Experts in racial equity training and civil rights history say the move is a pre-election stunt.
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