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On Monday, flanked by advocates and supporters, Gov. Tim Walz held a signing ceremony for bipartisan provisions of H.F. 2, the Omnibus Jobs and Economic Development budget, creating the strongest protections against wage theft in the country.
On ‘Prime Day’ Amazon warehouse workers at MSP1 in Shakopee took part in an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) strike for safe & reliable jobs, better working conditions, the right to organize, and increased respect for the predominantly East African workforce.
Protest comes as “Justice for Janitors” actions were held across the country
Immigrant rights activists from Minnesota and Connecticut with union and community allies held a press conference yesterday at the office of Senator Amy Klobuchar to support Nelson Pinos.
Facing a series of complaints from workers, Bonchon admitted that it took tips from servers and issued an apology. However, reimbursed tips came with a 5 percent deduction for “credit card processing fees.”
Home Care Workers organized by SEIU Healthcare Minnesota are currently bargaining their third contract.
As they bargain with the state of Minnesota, they are pushing for a minimum wage of at least $15, more training for the workers and other provisions that will help address the “care crisis.”
Construction workers called on Lennar Homes and other developers to end labor trafficking, child labor, and other abuses endemic in the construction industry.
As the holiday package rush heats workers rallied last Friday to draw attention to failed negotiations on critical issues.
On Wednesday the St. Paul City Council passed an ordinance that will raise the minimum wage to $15 over the coming years. It was later signed by Mayor Melvin Carter.
The Fair Contracting Foundation works to elevate the legal enforcement of applicable laws to ensure quality contractors have the opportunity to compete fairly. One of their focuses is protecting prevailing wages.