New worker protections + union strategies
Key Questions
What new worker protections have passed in New York?
The Anti-Waiver of Employment Rights Act was enacted, alongside $5 million for wage theft enforcement secured by Governor Hochul. The 2027 budget also includes pension reforms rolling back Tier 6 cuts.
How prevalent are child labor violations at major companies?
McDonald's alone recorded 550 violations, while 13 states introduced rollbacks to child labor protections in 2026. Four states enacted such measures.
What risks do AI hiring algorithms pose?
They exhibit racial disparities in screening, raising concerns about discriminatory outcomes. Bipartisan efforts also push back against including crypto in 401(k)s.
How is the Trump executive order affecting federal workers?
It reclassifies 8,000 jobs to make firing easier, prompting union legal challenges. This directly undermines civil service protections.
What FMLA retaliation cases are in the news?
Joanne Kim sued Regeneron over termination after requesting flex time and FMLA leave. The case highlights ongoing workplace rights battles.
How do right-to-work laws impact workers financially?
They cost workers an average of $3,300 annually according to explainers. Videos clarify the misleading name and its effects on wages and benefits.
What wage theft incidents have led to justice for workers?
A worker fired for exposing $4.2 million in theft later won justice. This case demonstrates successful retaliation fights.
How are care and dairy workers organizing for better pay?
Care workers with 23 years experience still earn under $20/hour and are picketing for raises. Vermont dairy workers, many undocumented, seek basic protections against exploitation.
NY Anti-Waiver of Employment Rights Act passed. McDonald's 550 child labor violations. AI hiring algorithms show racial disparities. Governor Hochul secures $5M for wage theft enforcement. Joanne Kim v. Regeneron—FMLA retaliation case. Right-to-work explainer video. Video of worker fired for exposing $4.2M wage theft wins justice. Bipartisan pushback against crypto in 401(k)s. New York's 2027 budget enacts key pension reforms—rolling back Tier 6 cuts for public workers. State lawmakers continue to weaken child labor protections in 2026—13 states introduced rollbacks, 4 enacted. Trump executive order reclassifies 8,000 federal jobs, making it easier to fire federal workers—direct attack on civil service protections, sparking union legal challenges. Care workers with 23 years on the job still under $20/hr—picket line, union fight. Dairy workers in Vermont fight for basic labor protections.