SEATTLE–(ENEWSPF)–May 1, 2014. Seattle Mayor Ed Murray today announced the details of a broadly-supported plan to raise Seattle’s minimum wage to $15 per hour, the highest of any major city in the nation. “Seattle workers are getting a raise,” said Murray. “Throughout this process, I’ve had two goals: to get[Read More…]
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DeLuca Introduces Measure to Eliminate ‘Food Deserts’
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Aiming to address the lack of availability of fresh fruits and vegetables in economically disadvantaged communities, State Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, has introduced a bill to provide a tax incentive to food stores who offer fresh produce if they locate and operate in areas known as[Read More…]
SEIU’s Henry: $15/Hour Victory in Seattle Is a Bold Step Forward in Fight to Rebuild an Economy That Works for All of Us
WASHINGTON, DC –(ENEWSPF)–May 1, 2014. After Mayor Ed Murray announced an agreement to lift the minimum wage in Seattle to $15 per hour, Mary Kay Henry, President of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), issued the following statement: “The members of SEIU are thrilled that working people in Seattle have[Read More…]
Senators Landrieu, Hoeven Introduce Bill to Build Keystone Pipeline
Binding legislation would green-light energy infrastructure project immediately WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–May 1, 2014. U.S. Senators Mary L. Landrieu, D-La., the chair of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and John Hoeven R-N.D., today introduced legislation that would immediately authorize TransCanada’s application with the State Department to build the Keystone XL pipeline.[Read More…]
Center for American Progress on the City of Seattle’s Decision to Raise the Minimum Wage to $15 per Hour
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 1, 2014. Center for American Progress President Neera Tanden released the following statement regarding the City of Seattle’s Income Inequality Advisory Committee’s announcement of a deal to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour: This is a historic day for Seattle and for American workers. Seattle business,[Read More…]
The State of the U.S. Labor Market, May 1, 2014
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 1, 2014. In advance of tomorrow’s monthly employment report from BLS, the Center for American Progress today released an analysis of the current state of the U.S. labor market. The analysis takes an in-depth look at data beyond the unemployment rate, and finds that the rest of the[Read More…]
White House ‘Big Data’ Report Recommends Updating Email Privacy Law
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSWPF)–May 1, 2014. The White House today released its report on how the use of “big data” by the government and private companies can affect American’s lives. The report covers privacy rights and the potential for uses that could discriminate against groups like racial minorities. Among its recommendations is that[Read More…]
Madigan, U.S. Attorney Strike $12 Million Whistleblower Settlement with McHugh for Illegally Securing Federal, State Construction Funds
Attorney General’s Joint Investigation Reveals Women-Owned Business Fraud in Wacker Drive, CTA, Illinois Highway Construction Projects Chicago—(ENEWSPF)—May 1, 2014. Attorney General Lisa Madigan and U.S. Attorney Zachary T. Fardon today announced a $12 million whistleblower settlement with James McHugh Construction Company over allegations it used women-owned businesses to fraudulently secure[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Legislation to End ‘Puppy Mill’ Sales at Pet Shops
House Bill 4056 Would Make Illinois First State in the Nation to Require Pet Shops Only Sell Dogs and Cats Acquired from an Animal Shelter or Animal Control Facility SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–May 1, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today announced his support for legislation to end “puppy mill” sales at pet stores in[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Proclaims May ‘Invasive Species Awareness Month’
Illinois Residents Urged to Help Combat Invasive Species SPRINGFIELD, IL–(ENEWSPF)–May 1, 2014. Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn has issued a proclamation declaring May to be “Invasive Species Awareness Month.” The proclamation will promote awareness of the damage caused by invasive species and encourage Illinois residents to become more involved in combating[Read More…]
