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Revises Minor Child Definition From Under 21 to Under 18 Years of Age for Form LM-30

The Department of Labor's Office of Labor-Management Standards has issued a final rule amending the definition of "minor child" in 29 CFR 404.1(h) and on Form LM-30 from "under 21 years of age" to "under 18 years of age." This change aligns the definition with the age of majority recognized in most U.S. jurisdictions and reduces reporting burden on labor organization officers and employees required to file Form LM-30 financial disclosure reports. The rule is effective April 22, 2026, and applies to fiscal years beginning on or after July 1, 2026.

Heat Spike Alert: Commissioner Farley Urges Heat Safety as Temperatures Rise Into 90s

The NC Department of Labor issued a heat safety alert urging workers to take precautions as temperatures climb into the 90s. Commissioner Luke Farley emphasized three key prevention strategies: rest, water, and shade. The advisory targets outdoor industries including construction, agriculture, and landscaping, as well as workers in non-climate-controlled indoor environments. No new compliance requirements or deadlines are established.

Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Nearly $14.4M for Youth Jobs; Launches YES Initiative

The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced nearly $14.4 million to hire 3,786 youth and young adults for summer and year-round jobs through the state's YouthWorks program. The administration also launched the Youth Employment and Skills (YES) Initiative to connect employers with opportunities to support youth employment and skills development across Massachusetts. Since 2023, nearly 19,000 youth have gained employment through YouthWorks.

Republic Services to Pay $200,000 in Settlement of Sex Discrimination Lawsuit

EEOC settled a sex discrimination lawsuit with Republic Services for $200,000. The settlement resolves claims of gender-based harassment at the company's workplace. Republic Services is required to implement anti-harassment training and establish reporting measures as part of the resolution.

Colorado Awards $100,000 Grant to Hartman Castle Preservation Corporation

The Colorado Office of Just Transition within the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, in partnership with the Office of Economic Development and International Trade, has announced a $100,000 grant award to the Hartman Castle Preservation Corporation. The funding will support the acquisition of the historic Hartman Castle property in Gunnison, Colorado, recently listed among Colorado's 'Most Endangered Places.' The project aims to create a community gathering space, event venue, and heritage tourism destination.

Whelan v. Getfood Limited - Unpaid Wages, Constructive Dismissal Award

The WRC Adjudication Officer awarded Paul Whelan €20,124 against Getfood Limited following findings of unlawful deduction from wages under the Payment of Wages Act, 1991, unfair dismissal under the Unfair Dismissals Act, 1977, and non-payment of holiday entitlements under the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. The respondent failed to attend the hearing. The complainant, employed as Operations Director from January 2023 to July 2024 at gross monthly pay of €12,500, claimed constructive dismissal after not being paid for several weeks.

Workers' Memorial Ceremony Announced for April 17, 2026 in Little Rock

The Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing announced a Workers' Memorial Ceremony on April 17, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 900 W. Capitol Ave., Little Rock, AR 72201, 3rd Floor Meeting Room. The ceremony commemorates workers who died due to workplace injuries. An agenda is available via the provided link.

MM Flowers Limited Fined £134,000 After Employee Leg Amputation

HSE prosecuted MM Flowers Limited for safety breaches after a worker sustained a leg amputation while manually unloading cargo at the company's flower processing facility. The investigation found employees were required to physically intervene with stuck loads and that a 10cm gap in the roller deck had not been recognised or addressed. The company pleaded guilty to breaching Section 2(1) of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and was fined £134,000 with £4,908 costs at Peterborough Magistrates' Court on 10 April 2026.

Generic Clearance Qualitative Feedback Collection Renewal OMB Control No. 3124-0015

The Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) seeks a three-year renewal without change of its Generic Clearance for the Collection of Qualitative Feedback on Agency Service Delivery, OMB Control No. 3124-0015, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The collection, which facilitates collection of customer and stakeholder feedback on service delivery, is currently set to expire on August 31, 2026. MSPB is soliciting public comments on this renewal, allowing 60 days for input before submission to the Office of Management and Budget.

Eight New Jersey Businesses Added to Workplace Accountability List for Wage and Tax Violations

NJDOL added eight new businesses to its Workplace Accountability in Labor List (The WALL) for failing to pay outstanding wage, benefit, and tax law violations. The eight businesses collectively owe $758,715.68 to the Unemployment Compensation Fund and State Disability Benefits Fund. The total number of listed businesses now stands at 364, with combined outstanding liabilities of $32.9 million.