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GovPing tracks 103 sources for this role, covering Guidance, Enforcement, Rule, Notice, and Consultation instruments, among 2,305 total sources on GovPing, with 80 changes in the last 7 days.
The DOJ fined ADT $1.3M for SCRA violations, while OSHA proposed $4.6M in penalties against Revoli Construction after a fatal trench collapse. Justin Vineyards & Winery settled a sexual harassment suit for $1.49M, and Dyno Battery was fined $224k for lead hazards.
Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave Program Update
Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program will begin providing benefits on May 1, 2026. Employers participating in the state plan must ensure employees receive written notice about the program within 30 days of hire and configure their notification settings in the Aflac Employer Portal.
Maine Paid Family & Medical Leave Benefits Start Date Confirmed
The Maine Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) Authority has confirmed that benefits will begin on May 1, 2026, following a review of the trust fund's solvency. Applications for benefits will be accepted starting in April 2026.
Maine Department of Labor Offers Free Wage & Hour Compliance Training
The Maine Department of Labor is offering free Wage & Hour Compliance training classes for employers, human resources professionals, and business owners. The classes cover various state labor laws and are scheduled throughout March and April 2026.
Maine Department of Labor: March Safety and Compliance Training
The Maine Department of Labor is offering several no-cost safety and compliance training classes in March 2026. Topics include mine safety, wage and hour laws, life safety code, ladder safety, and impairment detection for employers.
Maine Department of Labor Hiring Events in York County
The Maine Department of Labor is announcing upcoming hiring events in York County for March and April 2026. Employers are invited to register for these events to connect with job seekers. Details and registration links for specific events are provided.
District of Columbia Unemployment Rate and Jobs Report - December 2025
The District of Columbia's Department of Employment Services reported a preliminary unemployment rate of 6.7% for December 2025, an increase from the previous month. The report also indicated a decrease of 1,100 jobs, bringing the total to 742,900.
Washington Metro Unemployment Rate Report - December 2025
The District of Columbia's Department of Employment Services reported the Washington Metro unemployment rate was 5.1% in December 2025. This represents an increase from 3.8% in December 2024. Total nonfarm employment decreased by 2,200 jobs over the month.
Washington Metro Unemployment Rate and Job Estimates
The District of Columbia's Department of Employment Services reported that the Washington, DC-MD Metropolitan Division's preliminary September 2025 unemployment rate was 5.6%, unchanged from August. The report also detailed job gains and losses across various sectors for the month and year.
DC Unemployment Rate and Jobs Report - November 2025
The District of Columbia's Department of Employment Services reported a preliminary unemployment rate of 6.5% for November 2025, with a total of 744,000 jobs. The report notes delays in data publication due to a federal government shutdown.
Washington Metro Unemployment Rate and Job Estimates
The District of Columbia's Department of Employment Services reported that the Washington, DC-MD Metropolitan Division's unemployment rate increased to 6.1% in November 2025, up from 4.0% in November 2024. Total nonfarm employment saw a net increase of 600 jobs over the month.
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