The States That Saw Unemployment Rise or Fall in July
Fourteen states saw significant drops in unemployment, according to new federal data, as the Biden administration touted a record-high number of states with jobless rates at or below 3%.
Voters Will Decide This Fall on Whether to Add the Right to Unionize to One State's Constitution
The proposed amendment would guarantee workers in Illinois the "fundamental right" to collectively bargain over wages, hours and working conditions as well as to protect their "economic welfare."
States With the Largest and Smallest Teacher Pay Gaps
Teachers nationwide earn much less than other college-educated professionals, says a new report. Colorado has the greatest teacher pay gap and Rhode Island the smallest.
A Legislative Staff Unionization Wave is Hitting Blue State Capitols
Statehouse employees in at least four states are pushing to organize and Oregon staffers formed a union last year.
Minimum Wage Workers Cannot Afford a 2-bedroom Rental Home Anywhere
Plus, these workers can’t rent a one bedroom in 91% of U.S. counties, according to a new report.
More States Are Forgoing Extra Federal Food Aid
At least 16 states have opted out of receiving millions in pandemic food aid.
States and Localities Plan for Billions in ARPA Workforce Spending
White House figures suggest over $40 billion from the pandemic relief law could go to workforce development, with a sizable chunk of investment through state and local programs.
Nearly Half of States Raised Their Minimum Wage This Year
The increases range from 22 cents to $1.50 per hour, but most states’ pay floors are not high enough to ensure economic stability, according to a new report.
Energy-Producing States Lag in Latest Economic Numbers
Energy companies, short of workers, aren’t ready to increase production.
The Connection Between Wage Theft and Climate Disasters
COMMENTARY | For too many low-wage workers, workers of color and immigrants, wage theft is a painful part of life. Elected officials need to act to stop this practice, which is especially rampant after hurricanes, wildfires and other weather events.
How Local Governments Are Advancing Workers’ Rights, and Why Even More Should Get Involved
COMMENTARY | Cities are spearheading efforts to pass and enforce local labor laws that are improving standards for workers in their communities.
States Need to Invest in Their Unemployment Systems, Labor Secretary Says
Labor Secretary Marty Walsh told congressional lawmakers that the federal government also has to contribute to upgrading the system that the Government Accountability Office deemed a poorly performing government program.
Seasonal Worker Shortage Threatens Closure of Public Pools and Parks
State and local governments are scrambling to fill summer parks and recreation positions, raising wages up to $16 per hour to compete with private businesses.
States Look to Community Colleges to Fill Labor Gap
Tuition incentives could steer more people toward workforce needs.
NYC Employees Eyeing the Exits as Mayor Insists on In-person Work
Mayor Eric Adams has been adamant that workers come into their offices full time. But municipal employees looking for remote work flexibility warn of a morale crisis and service slowdowns.
To Retain Women, Workplaces Need To Fight Burnout
Pandemic burnout is leading to devastating consequences for women, and it could set gender equality back a generation, a sociologist warns.
One State's New Unionization Movement
Starbucks, newsrooms and farms are some of the places in New York where organizing is beginning to take hold.
How Managers Can Significantly Reduce Employee Turnover
About 52% of exiting employees say their manager or organization could have prevented them from leaving, according to a report.
3 Steps for Addressing Employee Burnout
A higher salary may not satisfy workers who value their health and well-being over money, a new report says.
Teachers ‘Beaten Down’ By Staff Shortages, Covid
In a survey, a quarter of teachers said they planned to quit.
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