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28, Mar, 2021

AFL-CIO Collaboration Develops Target Date CIT Funds for DC Plans

“This suite of target date CIT funds is a welcome addition to the lineup of financial products which carry the AFL-CIO name,” said AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka. “Defined benefit plans remain the bedrock of a secure retirement.

24, Mar, 2021

Unions Eager for Swift Action from New Labor Secretary

“Millions of workers still do not have the strong COVID-19 protections they need to be safe at work.

23, Mar, 2021

Senate Confirms Marty Walsh To Be Labor Secretary

Walsh's confirmation was a victory for AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka, who rallied his federation of 56 unions to back the Boston mayor soon after Biden won the election in November. "It's difficult to overstate the importance of this moment," Trumka said.

22, Mar, 2021

Women Labor Leaders Meet with Harris

An important meeting was held Thursday at the White House as the first female vice president, Kamala Harris, gathered with women labor leaders. The vice president called together the small group to discuss tackling the pandemic, creating an equitable recovery and getting women back to work.

19, Mar, 2021

American Rescue Plan Brings Much-Needed Help to Workers

Last week, President Joe Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan, a $1.9 trillion investment in our country’s recovery and future success.

18, Mar, 2021