Labor

Labor

Unions talk trash as city nears waste zone deal

The two biggest unions in commercial waste hauling have never gotten along.

By JEFF COLTIN

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New York City Council members show support for Local 232 union members.

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How would public campaign finance affect unions?

It could limit their influence, but few are openly opposed.

By REBECCA C. LEWIS

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Labor

Will gig workers finally get labor protections?

You may have OT, minimum wage and discrimination safeguards. Does your delivery guy?

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

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Why the prevailing wage didn’t prevail

Should construction workers get paid more for projects that get tax breaks?

By ZACH WILLIAMS

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Gov. Andrew Cuomo signing legislature that expands equal pay laws proceeding the start of the New York City ticker tape parade celebrating the U.S. women’s soccer team’s World Cup victory.

Labor

Cuomo signed pay equity legislation – but does it guarantee equal pay?

New state law prohibits employers from asking for salary history.

By AMANDA LUZ HENNING SANTIAGO

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Why everyone wants to slam the brakes on this gig workers bill

Both labor and industry are fighting the 11th-hour legislation.

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

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Union members rally outside of New York's capitol building in Albany on June 11.

Labor

What’s pushing prevailing wage into the 'Big Ugly'

There are three ways lawmakers are trying to bridge their differences on a proposed expansion of the prevailing wage.

By ZACH WILLIAMS

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The labor movement’s push for farmworker rights

Unions are also lobbying for expanded prevailing wages and addressing the gig economy.

By BOB HENNELLY

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Labor

The uncertain future of Amazon HQ2-inspired bills

Lawmakers infuriated by Amazon’s HQ2 announcement want to overhaul the state’s economic development policies.

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

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Bartenders are among the many different workers not eligible for the $15 minimum wage in New York.

Labor

Which New Yorkers don’t get a $15 minimum wage?

Cuomo touts the state’s $15 wage, but many workers are still waiting. And some may not benefit.

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

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