On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the government and people of Monaco on the occasion of La Fête du Prince. The United States and Monaco have enjoyed a strong and enduring partnership for 168 years. Our nations have worked together to uphold human rights, promote liberty, and address global challenges like climate change. I commend H.S.H. Prince Albert II’s leadership in environmental conservation and sustainable development, which continues to inspire and drive international efforts. As we celebrate this special day, I am confident our collaboration will grow even stronger – grounded in…
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AEU Holdings, Black Wolf Consulting, Veritas PEO Plan underfunded plan by more than $54M CHICAGO – A federal court has approved a plan to make a final distribution of $12 million in assets to health plan participants and medical providers harmed by a multiple employer welfare arrangement, known as a MEWA. This distribution arises from a litigation brought by the U.S. Department of Labor after an investigation found mismanagement by the former fiduciaries of AEU Holdings LLC Employee Benefit Plan caused about $83 million in health claims to be wrongly billed to participants. On Oct. 29, 2024, the U.S. District Court for…
The U.S. Department of State’s Special Envoy for Global Youth Issues, Abby Finkenauer, will visit Switzerland from November 19-22 to highlight the importance of youth leadership and inspire the next generation of changemakers. During her time in Bern, Special Envoy Finkenauer will engage with several Swiss youth parliaments, youth leaders, and the U.S. Embassy Youth Council, a Department of State initiative that connects emerging young leaders to promote civic engagement and address challenges such as countering disinformation. Special Envoy Finkenauer will also visit Pepperdine University’s Hauteville campus in Blonay-Saint-Légier to meet with undergraduate students, including those in the Global Fellows Program, to discuss leadership…
On behalf of the American people, I warmly congratulate Latvia on the 106th Anniversary of the Proclamation of the Republic of Latvia. For over a century, our countries have shared an enduring friendship. The United States has always stood firm in its commitment to Latvia’s sovereignty. This year, we celebrated both the 20th anniversary of Latvia’s accession to NATO and the 75th anniversary of the NATO Alliance—clear indicators of the strength and durability of our commitment. Latvia’s leadership in supporting Ukraine and its investments in defense demonstrate its role as a model NATO Ally, enhancing not only its own security…
Assistant Secretary for Arms Control, Deterrence, and Stability, Mallory Stewart will travel to London, United Kingdom, and Helsinki, Finland, from November 18-22. During her visit, Assistant Secretary Stewart will participate in key discussions on arms control, nuclear deterrence, emerging threats, and regional stability. In London, Assistant Secretary Stewart will engage in a Track 1.5 dialogue hosted by the Center for a New American Security (CNAS), alongside representatives from NATO, the U.S. government, and non-governmental experts. The discussion will focus on NATO’s efforts to advance arms control in the current security environment, with an emphasis on strengthening multilateral arms control regimes.…
ALBANY, NY – The U.S. Department of Labor has filed suit to recover back wages, liquidated damages, punitive damages and injunctive relief from a Tonawanda construction contractor that allegedly underpaid employees and tried to have employees who complained deported by calling federal immigration authorities.The action follows an investigation by the department’s Wage and Hour Division that found National Maintenance Solutions LLC and its president and founder, Thomas W. Pellette, did not pay minimum wage and overtime to employees working at hotels in Amherst, Buffalo and Hamburg, New York and in Erie, Pennsylvania. Specifically, the division found that they paid straight-time rates for overtime…
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the Government of Romania on the occasion of the Global Forum to Prevent Radiological and Nuclear Terrorism. Begin Text Endorsed by: Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canada, Czechia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Ireland, Japan, Lithuania, Montenegro, The Netherlands, Nigeria, Norway, Poland, Republic of Croatia, Republic of Korea, Republic of Slovenia, Spain, Ukraine, United Kingdom. We, the following participating countries of the Global Forum to Prevent Radiological and Nuclear Terrorism (Global FTPRNT), convened in Bucharest, Romania, from November 13-15,…
US Departments of Labor, Commerce release skills-first hiring guide to help employers hire, promote workers based on skill, knowledgeWASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor today published a guide designed to educate employers about the benefits of using skills-first hiring practices and encourage them to use those practices to build a better, more qualified workforce.The Good Jobs Initiative’s Skills-First Hiring Starter Kit was announced at the White House’s “Classroom to Career” Summit, where President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden welcomed nearly 300 education and workforce leaders to announce new actions on workforce, career and technical education, and highlight key achievements…
Today, at the U.N. Climate Change Conference in Baku, Azerbaijan (COP 29), U.S. Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Bonnie Jenkins and Ukraine Minister of Energy German Galushchenko announced three project partnerships under the Foundational Infrastructure for the Responsible Use of Small Modular Reactor Technology (FIRST) program. These partnerships will help position Ukraine to take a leadership role on secure and safe nuclear energy and industrial decarbonization. Ambassador of Ukraine to the Republic of Azerbaijan H.E. Yuriy Husyev, U.S. Department of Energy Acting Assistant Secretary Michael Goff, Argonne National Laboratory Director Paul Kearns, and Electric Power…
NEW YORK – Federal inspectors have found a Syracuse iron foundry, operating for more than 150 years, continued its pattern of violating federal regulations. The foundry has been cited for more than two dozen willful, repeat, serious and other violations.Inspectors with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration cited Frazer & Jones LLC in October 2024 for exposing employees to the risks of fire and explosion, thermal and chemical burns, falls, and other hazards.In 2023, OSHA cited Frazer & Jones, operator of one of the nation’s largest ductile and malleable iron foundries, for two serious violations. In 2021,…