U.S. Department of Labor:update

 

Millions in nt funding will support equity and education and help get Americans back to work. U.S. Department of Labor March 19, 2021 New grants will expand and diversify registered apprenticeships We are making $87.5 million available for states to expand and diversify their registered apprenticeship programs. States can also apply for new equity and innovation grants to expand apprenticeships, ranging from $2 million to $10 million. #StandUp4GrainSafety To spread the word on critical steps for grain safety, OSHA is joining grain industry leaders to host National Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week March 29-April 2. Education, employment training grants will support young adults involved with the justice system We are making $25 million in grants available to provide education and career training to young adults who left high school before graduation, or are currently or have been involved with the justice system. New guidance on American Rescue Plan expansion of unemployment insurance benefits The department issued new guidance to states on implementing the unemployment insurance provisions of the American Rescue Plan Act, which expanded the number of weeks many workers will be able to collect benefits. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT $3.6 million to help Ohio respond to opioid crisis We’ve provided another $3.6 million in continued funding to aid Ohio communities experiencing significant health and economic effects from widespread opioid use, addiction and overdoses. Employment and training services grant We’ve awarded a $1.5 million grant to support employment and training services for transitioning military service members in Texas communities harmed by the pandemic. Summer Data Challenge will advance equity research Our Chief Evaluation Office is sponsoring a Summer Data Challenge competition for research analyzing how federal labor policies, protections and programs reach traditionally underserved communities. Investigation leads to back wages for Ohio workers An Ohio-based health care services provider has paid $327,848 in back wages to 223 employees as well as a civil money penalty after our investigators found overtime and child labor violations. Ensuring a Disability-Inclusive Recovery Our Office of Disability Employment Policy is reaching across state lines to advance disability-inclusive workforce policies.  IN THE NEWS Bloomberg: Jenny Yang sees pay equity as a top federal contracting priority TIME: One year into the pandemic, the White House aims to prioritize people with disabilities The 19th: At the Women’s Bureau, a renewed focus on passing paid leave and LGBTQ+ inclusivity UPCOMING EVENTS Career Credentials for Military Spouses Mar. 21, 2021, 8 p.m. EDT Marketing Me: A Job Search Approach for Military Spouses Mar. 21, 2021, 10:30 p.m. EDT Your Next Move for Military Spouses Mar. 22, 2021, 1:30 a.m. EDT Mastering Resume Essentials for Military Spouses Mar. 22, 2021, 8 p.m. EDT Proudly They Served – Hiring Today’s Veterans Mar. 31, 2021, 2 p.m. EDT Find a complete list of upcoming events at dol.gov/events.