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US politics
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 day ago

Yes to California's "No Robo Bosses Act"

S.B.7 would limit employer use of automated decision systems in employment, require clear worker notice and disclosures, and protect workers from discriminatory algorithmic decisions.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
1 week ago

We Stood Up: Organizing at a Feminist Nonprofit - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Until recently, I worked at a feminist nonprofit. The founders were so assured in their politics that they placed the word "feminism" in the organization's name. This was when the work was a project-with no executive director, no board, no bylaws, and no expectation or even reason to uphold worker protections. Everybody was in it for the love of the mission, and it was wildly successful. As opportunities rolled in, the founders decided to institutionalize their feminist project by establishing a 501c3.
Social justice
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Like working in a prison': cuts, fear and understaffing at Trump's labor department

The Department of Labor prioritizes pro-Trump imagery while cutting staff, rolling back worker protections, and neglecting agency operations, undermining enforcement for American workers.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Deliveristas rally at City Hall for protections ahead of vote to block delivery apps from firing without cause | amNewYork

New York City deliveristas rallied to demand a bill banning app-based deactivations without just cause, aiming to protect over 80,000 workers' jobs and pay.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

He's brazenly anti-worker': US marks the first Labor Day under Trump 2.0

The Trump administration's second-term actions prioritize corporate interests and have rolled back worker protections, weakened unions, and harmed vulnerable workers' pay and safety.
UK news
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago

UK unions want 'worker first' plan for AI to protect jobs

Over half of British public worry AI will impact jobs; TUC demands worker-first AI strategy with retraining, protections, and conditional public funding.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 08.20.25 - Above the Law

Recent legal and regulatory developments reveal politicized prosecutions, reduced worker protections, threats to public-service benefits, and potential regulatory conflicts of interest.
#minimum-wage
fromCity Limits
1 month ago
NYC politics

Mayor Vetoes Bills to Raise Wages for Grocery Delivery Workers

Minimum wage legislation for app-based grocery delivery workers was vetoed by Mayor Eric Adams to prevent further grocery cost increases.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Revealed: Six east London businesses named for not paying minimum wage

Employers failing to comply with minimum wage laws lead to significant repayments for workers.
The government continues to hold companies accountable for wage issues.
#labor-rights
fromTruthout
2 months ago
US politics

18 States Now Have Laws Blocking Cities From Enacting Paid Leave Standards

73 million workers are affected by state laws that restrict local labor protections, including paid sick leave.
fromThe Nation
4 months ago
NYC politics

How Philadelphia Is Fighting Back Against Donald Trump's Anti-Worker Crusade

Cities must strengthen local labor policies to protect workers' rights amidst federal rollbacks.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

How Philadelphia Is Fighting Back Against Donald Trump's Anti-Worker Crusade

Cities must strengthen local labor policies to protect workers' rights amidst federal rollbacks.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Ontario labour federation urges more worker protections as air quality concerns grow | CBC News

"The Ontario Federation of Labour is advocating for more robust worker protections due to growing health concerns over poor air quality caused by increasing wildfire smoke. This initiative focuses on establishing comprehensive regulations for extreme heat and air quality, akin to those already in place for cold weather. "},{
Public health
US politics
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Trump's AI plan pushes AI upskilling instead of worker protections - and 4 other key takeaways

The Trump administration's AI Action Plan prioritizes deregulation, global dominance, and AI upskilling without proposing worker protections.
#employment-rights
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers

NYC Council will vote on legislation providing wage and workplace protections for delivery workers.
NYC startup
fromGothamist
3 months ago

NYC bans Uber and Lyft from randomly barring drivers from working

New York City implemented a pay increase and protections for Uber and Lyft drivers, aimed at preventing unjust lockouts by the companies.
Public health
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

Worker safety agency NIOSH lays off most remaining staff

The layoffs at NIOSH severely impact health and safety programs, hindering critical investigation and approval processes.
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