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Labor Policy Overhaul: New Memos and Key Nomination Debates

2/22/2025

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NLRB Acting General Counsel William B. Cowen rescinded 18 memos, resetting the labor policy agenda.
Senate HELP Committee reviewed Lori Chavez-DeRemer's Labor Secretary nomination, focusing on joint employer regulations and workplace safety.
Rep. Kevin Kiley proposed bills to redefine independent contractors and enable portable benefits for workers.
Sixteen Democratic state AGs issued guidance supporting DEI initiatives amid federal opposition.
EEOC reinforces enforcement against national origin discrimination, aligning with immigration scrutiny.

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NLRB Acting General Counsel William B. Cowen rescinded 18 memos, resetting the labor policy agenda.
Senate HELP Committee reviewed Lori Chavez-DeRemer's Labor Secretary nomination, focusing on joint employer regulations and workplace safety.
Rep. Kevin Kiley proposed bills to redefine independent contractors and enable portable benefits for workers.
Sixteen Democratic state AGs issued guidance supporting DEI initiatives amid federal opposition.
EEOC reinforces enforcement against national origin discrimination, aligning with immigration scrutiny.