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Monthly Archives: July, 2020

Washington

A union guide to Washington’s Aug. 4 primary election

Ballots will be mailed July 17 and must be return postmarked by Aug. 4. The top two vote getters, regardless of party preference, go on to the November general election.
Worker safety

AFL-CIO’s OSHA suit dismissed

COVID-19 has killed more workers in a shorter time than any other health emergency in OSHA's 50-year existence, but the agency has refused to require employers to take any specific action to protect workers.
Workers Rights

Oregon Fair Work Week law goes into effect July 15

Large retail employers will have to offer predictable schedules and pay for last-minute changes.
Workers Rights

Oregon minimum wage going up

The minimum wage rises today from $12.50 to $13.25 within the Portland Metro urban growth boundary.
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