BP hit with record US fine for safety violations Oct 31, 2009
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OSHA fines BP $87m for failing to fix refinery Oct 31, 2009
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said if the problems are not addressed, it could lead to another catastrophe. The company said most of the alleged violations relate to an ongoing disagreement between OSHA and BP that is already pending before the Occupational Health and Safety Review Commission, a body that is independent of OSHA.. (Boston Globe)
BP fined $87m for Texas explosion Oct 31, 2009
The safety violations found "could lead to another catastrophe", US Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said. "An $87m fine won't restore those lives [lost in the 2005 explosion], but we can't let this happen again. Workplace safety is more than a slogan. It's the law," Ms Solis said. (BBC News -- Americas)
U.S. hits BP with record $87M fine for Texas refinery Oct 31, 2009
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said BP failed to live up to the terms of its commitment to protect employees. If the problems are not addressed, Solis said it "could lead to another catastrophe.". (USA Today -- Money)
Labor Secretary Says More Jobs Coming to Nevada Oct 29, 2009
-- Labor Secretary Hilda Solis came to Las Vegas to announce more stimulus money that should turn into more jobs. The money will go toward making homes more energy efficient. (KLAS-TV)
Idled Former G.M. Plant to Produce Hybrids Oct 28, 2009
The White House Council on Automotive Communities and Workers (chaired by National Economic Council Director Larry Summers and Labor Secretary Hilda Solis) worked with federal agencies, the state of Delaware, and General Motors towards finalizing this agreement. (AP Photo/Rob Carr )In July Biden announced a $3. (CBS News)
Texas awarded $15M in job training funds Oct 24, 2009
The funding announced today underscores the Labor Department s continued commitment to helping workers who are adversely impacted by trade by ensuring they have the help they need to re-enter the workforce and secure family supporting wages, said U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 expanded funding for the Trade Adjustment Assistance program and authorized an increase in the maximum amount of funds that can be used for training from $220... (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Man filming Immokalee farmworkers' protest a Publix worker Oct 24, 2009
Last month, U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis lauded the group for forging a three-way agreement with East Coast Growers and Compass, the world's largest food-service company, to raise harvesters' wages. Compass joined the three largest fast-food companies - Yum Brands, McDonald's and Burger King - and Whole Foods, the largest natural food chain, in the agreement. (The News-Press -- Business)
A labor of love - and low pay Oct 23, 2009
Some 52 House and Senate members have written to Labor Secretary Hilda Solis asking her to update the home companion regulations. Solis said in June that she shared these concerns and wants to make sure all workers rights are protected. (Boston Globe)
Bread and Circuses and Obamacare Oct 19, 2009
The four trustees who signed that report are Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, Commissioner of Social Security Michael Astrue. (There are supposed to be two other -- public -- trustees, but those positions are vacant. (Human Events Online)
White House celebrates Latin musical heritage Oct 18, 2009
Also present were Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, Interior Secretary Ken Salazar and members of Congress. Slideshow. (MSNBC -- Music)
Enzi blocks Labor appointee Oct 16, 2009
Additionally, Enzi has supported the vast majority of President Obama's labor nominations, including Labor Secretary Hilda Solis. "He takes seriously the advise and consent duty the Senate is charged with for presidential nominees," said Pickett. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Sacramentans named to Hispanic 100 list Oct 14, 2009
The magazine also selected Hilda Solis, U.S. Secretary of Labor, and Ken Salazar, U.S. Secretary of the Interior. Macias has been chairman of the California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce since 2007. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
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Also present were Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, Interior Secretary Ken Salazar and members of Congress. Renowned Latin American chef Maricel Presilla was guest chef for the evening. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
- Viewpoint: Hispanic heritage month (1) Oct 12, 2009
There were dozens of Hispanic leaders, members of Congress and Cabinet members at the reception, among them Labor Secretary Hilda Solis. A few years ago, we were on a first-name basis. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
263,000 Jobs Lost, Worse Than Views; Jobless Rate 9.8% Oct 3, 2009
"In the private sector, we're kind of in that wait-and-see period right now," Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said on a conference call. Page. (Investors Business Daily)
Rules would bar gene-based bias Oct 2, 2009
US Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said people should not have to worry that medical data will jeopardize their health insurance. By October 2, 2009. (Boston Globe)
Brad Pitt Gives Katrina Update Sep 26, 2009
Among those joining the queen on the panel was U.S. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, who referred to her own history as the first in her family to go to college in talking about the need for both government and private investment in expanding educational opportunities. "I was the first one to go to college and it wasn't because my parents could afford it, it was because we have the Pell grant program, we have programs that help to provide assistance," Solis said. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
STIMULUS WATCH: Teens Lack Jobs Despite Job Effort Sep 24, 2009
"After a decade without a dedicated federal summer jobs program, the effort created opportunities for young people that would have not existed otherwise," Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said in a statement Wednesday. "We have succeeded in our efforts to increase job skills and career readiness for our nation's youth through this targeted program.". (ABC News -- Wire)
Bennet addresses U.S. Hispanic Chamber Sep 21, 2009
My predecessor, Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, has joined Labor Secretary Hilda Solis on President Obama s cabinet. The country owes a debt of gratitude to their service as well. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Hispanic Contractors wins OSHA grant Sep 19, 2009
Safe jobs are our priority, Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis says. Providing workers and employers the knowledge and tools they need to ensure safe working conditions is the best way to prevent workers from getting injured or killed on the job. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Obama praises Sotomayor at Hispanic gala Sep 17, 2009
He claimed he had hired more Hispanics in his administration than any other and pointed to senior members of his Cabinet, including Interior Secretary Ken Salazar and Labor Secretary Hilda Solis. More from msnbc. (MSNBC -- Politics)
NV Seeks $264 Million for Jobless Benefits Sep 16, 2009
In a letter from Cynthia Jones, deputy director of the Department of Employment Training and Rehabilitation, to U.S. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, the state asks for up to $48 million in October, $120 million in November and $96 million in December. Officials added that Nevada could need more than $1 billion to get through 2010 if the economy doesn't make a dramatic turnaround. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Unions Have Powerful Friends, But Fade With Public, Economy Sep 16, 2009
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis echoed Pelosi in her speech Monday. She also called Sweeney "my good friend and colleague" and "our president.". (Investors Business Daily)
AFL-CIO gets serious about wooing young members Sep 15, 2009
When Richard Trumka becomes the newest president of the labor federation this week, one of his top priorities will be tackling the perennial problem of making unions appeal to recent college graduates and other 20- and 30-somethings in the work force (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Another Kennedy joins with AFL-CIO Sep 15, 2009
Darrell Sapp/Post-Gazette Labor Secretary Hilda Solis presents an award to AFL-CIO President John Sweeney at the end of her speech yesterday ... Labor Secretary Hilda Solis yesterday supported the act, without promising its passage. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Solis pledges to make 'strongest case possible' for card check Sep 15, 2009
The Obama administration will make the "strongest case possible" for controversial "card check" legislation, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis pledged Monday. Solis told a crowd at the AFL-CIO's annual convention in Pittsburgh that she and President Obama would fight to bolster workers' rights, which she said were "under assault.". (TheHill.com)
Sweeney bids farewell as AFL-CIO head Sep 14, 2009
During the next four days at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center union delegates and guests will hear speeches from President Barack Obama, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, Caroline Kennedy and NAACP President Benjamin Jealous. Ann Belser can be reached at or 412-263-1699. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
AFL-CIO hopeful in return to city Sep 13, 2009
Other important voices at the gathering will be Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, who has become a fierce enforcer of labor laws that were on the books but nearly forgotten; Caroline Kennedy, the daughter of a president and niece of two senators, all of whom worked closely with unions; and NAACP President Benjamin Jealous. Jack Shea, president of the Allegheny County Labor Council, will open the convention for 1,000 delegates, 2,000 guests and 250 visitors from around the world representing 56... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Labor Secretary Backs Las Vegas Vets Sep 12, 2009
U.S. Vets is a local organization helping some of these veterans and Friday Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis toured their facility. While there, she addressed veterans about the importance of getting them back into the workforce and taking care of them and their families. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Ghana on U.S. list of countries exploiting child labour Sep 12, 2009
"It is my strong hope that consumers, firms, governments, labour unions and other stakeholders will use this information to translate their economic power into a force for good that ultimately will eliminate abusive child labour and forced labour," said U.S. Secretary of Labour Hilda Solis, in a release. The aim of the research is to identify which countries are the biggest offenders, says Newman. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Kenosha Chrysler workers eligible for aid Sep 11, 2009
Auto workers around the country are facing reduced hours and layoffs as a direct result of foreign competition, U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis said. These workers deserve our support as they upgrade current skills or seek out new careers in promising regional industries. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Labor Sec'y Solis Concedes Job Situation Not Good Sep 8, 2009
WASHINGTON -- Labor Secretary Hilda Solis says the Obama administration recognizes that too many people are out of work, saying government officials are working hard to ease unemployment. Appearing on NBC's "Today" show Monday as she prepared to join President Barack Obama at a Labor Day picnic in Ohio, Solis said she sees "stabilization occurring" in the economy. (Newsmax)
Obama thanks labor for hard-won rights at work Sep 8, 2009
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis accompanied Obama to Ohio, and the pair appeared in front of a large American flag, nine smaller ones and red, white and blue bunting. Local union organizers handed out 10,000 tickets for access to the area where Obama was to speak. (Honolulu Advertiser)
The Upside of Van Jones' Downfall Sep 8, 2009
Department of Labor Secretary Hilda Solis was instrumental as a congresswoman out of California in producing the in 2007, which authorized $125 million for work that would be prioritized for veterans, displaced workers and "at-risk young people," and was a strong advocate for environmental justice and immigrant workers while serving in the California state legislature. So suffice it to say that even though Jones is gone, the legacy of green jobs, especially for vulnerable populations, is not... (Slate)
Obama: Strong Unions Good for Country Sep 8, 2009
Earlier Monday, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, who will join Obama at the Ohio labor event, said Monday she sees "stabilization occurring" in the job market, saying some sectors have shown improvement. But in an interview on NBC's "Today" show, Solis also said, "It's certainly not somewhere where we need it to be right now." She said the administration is deploying "everything in our toolbox" to try to steady shaky labor markets, adding that job-training efforts will be stepped up this fall. (Newsmax)
Full text of Pres. Obama speech at AFL-CIO picnic Sep 8, 2009
And I'm proud to be here with a leader who is re-energizing the Department of Labor-and a daughter of union members-Secretary Hilda Solis. And my director of recovery for auto communities and workers-Ed Montgomery. (FOX19.com, OH)
Obama praises workers' rights Sep 8, 2009
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis accompanied Obama to Ohio. Local union organizers handed out 10,000 tickets for access to the area where Obama was to speak. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Obama thanks unions for rights won in workplace Sep 8, 2009
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis accompanied Obama to Ohio, and the pair appeared in front of a large American flag. At the event, Obama also announced his selection of Ron Bloom as senior counselor for manufacturing policy. (Boston Globe)
Secretary Of Labor Visiting El Paso Sep 8, 2009
Silvestre Reyes said U.S. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis will visit El Paso later this month. Reyes described Solis as a "champion for middle class families and workers rights.". (KFOXTV.com, TX)
The 'Green' Trojan Horse Sep 5, 2009
In his 2006 memoir, President Obama proposed government-subsidized green jobs "to hire and train ex-felons on projects" such as "insulating homes and offices to make them energy-efficient." Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, who worked with Jones in California as a congresswoman, has already put such plans in motion. Page. (Investors Business Daily)
Jobless rate hits 9.7 percent Sep 5, 2009
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said Friday that stimulus money is still being injected into the economy. . (Auburn Citizen, NY)
US recovery difficult as jobless rate hits 9.7% Sep 5, 2009
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said Friday that stimulus money is still being injected into the economy. "The recession has done more damage than could ever be fixed in half a year," Solis said. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
AP: U.S. Labor Department Wants Tighter Farm Worker Rule Sep 4, 2009
"Every worker deserves to be treated and paid fairly," Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said. "That is especially true of agricultural workers, who often perform backbreaking work for very low wages.". (Missourian Publishing, MO)
SPELLING BEES: WHITE HOUSE ANNOUNCEMENT ON OBAMA 'SCHOOCHILDREN' SPEECH... Sep 3, 2009
U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan will be joined by U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis and Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson in a special bilingual reading event, which will culminate the Education Department's summer literacy initiative -- Read to the Top ... Who: U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson Mount Vernon Community School Principal Scott Coleman. (The Drudge Report)
SIRIUS XM Radio To Celebrate Labor Day Weekend With Special Music Programming Sep 3, 2009
Listeners will hear specials with Brooks Jimmy Buffett, Grateful Dead, Reba McEntire, Rick Springfield and more Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis to host Labor Day special on The Spectrum ... Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis will play music about work and will honor the American workforce with songs by Bruce Springsteen, John Lennon, The Clash, They Might Be Giants and others. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Specter to Address AFL-CIO Convention Sep 2, 2009
Specter, who has indicated his support of a modified version of the Employee Free Choice Act that is a top issue for organized labor, will join a lineup of speakers that includes President Barack Obama, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, Caroline Kennedy and fellow Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey (D). (Roll Call)
Obama's 1st year sets record for Hispanic nominations Aug 31, 2009
"I am proud that this administration has appointed a significantly higher proportion of Latinos ... than previous administrations," Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, the daughter of a Mexican immigrant, said in Puerto Rico this summer. "More importantly, while we have made the strongest start in history in this area, we also know that we have more opportunities in the coming months.". (AZCentral -- News)
Thompson: Thurmond may have to aim higher Aug 30, 2009
"I appreciate the opportunity afforded by Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis and Assistant Secretary Jane Oates to serve in the Obama administration. However, after much thought and prayer, I have decided to continue focusing my energy and efforts on helping nearly half-a-million jobless Georgians get back to work," the announcement read, in its entirety. Thurmond's announcement fueled speculation that he might make a run at the lieutenant governor's office, possibly in some sort of coordinated... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Click to read:Kennedy Hailed as 'Greatest Legislator' Aug 30, 2009
my faithful servant". Your life was an inspiration to many. We thank you. by woeisme1 August 29, 2009 2:05 PM EDT So there you have it anti-Kennedy people from the right. Republicans and other people of all walks of life, in every station, praising Democrat Kennedy. One would think that would tell you something about the insidious remarks you have been posting about Kennedy, would'nt it? Like maybe it's okay to acknowledge Kennedy's greatness even if you're a republican? Like maybe you guys, are... (CBS News)
The notables who attended Senator Kennedy's funeral Aug 30, 2009
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Shaun Donovan. (Boston Globe)
Thurmond passes on move to Washington Aug 28, 2009
I appreciate the opportunity afforded by Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis and Assistant Secretary Jane Oates to serve in the Obama administration. However, after much thought and prayer, I have decided to continue focusing my energy and efforts on helping nearly half-a-million jobless Georgians get back to work. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
OSHA to eye Texas construction sites Aug 26, 2009
Since the appointment of Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, the department has announced it will ramp up enforcement efforts. The organization will replace its Enhanced Enforcement Program, which identifies repeat offenders and targets them for closer inspection, with something called the Severe Violators Inspection Program, which will focus more on large companies than small businesses. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Cummins layoffs stun Lake Mills Aug 26, 2009
Tom Latham, R-Ames, has written a letter to Hilda Solis, secretary of the U.S. Department of Labor, urging her to draw on all federal employment assistance and to work closely with Iowa Workforce Development to assist employees. User Comments - 5 comment(s). (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Occupational deaths declined in 2008 Aug 21, 2009
U.S. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis used the release of the data to stress the need for heightened workplace safety measures. While the decrease in the number of fatal work injuries represents change in the right direction, it does not lessen the need for strong enforcement to ensure that safety is a top priority in every workplace, Solis said in a separate news release. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Workplace suicides surge by 28 percent Aug 21, 2009
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis called the decline in workplace fatalities a change in the right direction, but said it does not lessen the need for stronger safety enforcement to prevent accidental injuries. Todays report prompts us to step up our vigilance, particularly as the economy regains momentum, Solis said. (MSNBC -- Business)
More lawmakers tackle rise of wage-theft complaints Aug 17, 2009
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said in a news release that the department is hiring 250 more investigators it had 731 in September of last year to "refocus the agency on these enforcement responsibilities.". In New Orleans, wage theft is up partly because Hurricane Katrina sparked a building boom that attracted unscrupulous contractors, says Luz Molina, a professor at Loyola College of Law there. (USA Today -- News)
U.S.-Swiss Tax Deal Throws Scare into Rich Aug 16, 2009
Tim Geithner, hussein''s Secretary of Treasury and head of IRS Charlie Rangle, Chairman, House Ways and Means Committee Caroline "You Know" Kennedy, Loony-Left Princess Keith Olbermann, The Most Biased Political Commentator on The Most Biased Loony-Left Socialist Cable Network Tom Daschle - hussein's candidate for HHS secretary Kathleen Sebelius - hussein's SECOND candidate for HHS secretary Nancy Killefer - hussein''s candidate for chief performance officer Hilda Solis - hussein's candidate for... (CBS News)
Read Hannity's America Aug 13, 2009
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis delivered some great news Monday at the National Clean Energy Summit in Las Vegas. According to the Associated Press, Solis announced that the alternative energy sector could spark a new industrial revolution and create tons of jobs for minority workers. (Fox News)
Obama's Cabinet secretaries tour rural Alaska Aug 13, 2009
Hiring in the alternative energy industry will pick up in the next 12 months, though it will take more time before so-called green-jobs will become a bigger part of the U.S. job market, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said Monday ... Hiring in the alternative energy industry will pick up in the next 12 months, though it will take more time before so-called green-jobs will become a bigger part of the U.S. job market, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said Monday. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Labor secretary expects more green job hiring Aug 12, 2009
(08-11) 04:00 PDT LAS VEGAS -- Hiring in the alternative energy industry will pick up in the next 12 months, though it will take some time before so-called green jobs will become a bigger part of the U.S. job market, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said Monday. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Labor Sec'y: Green Jobs Hiring Will Pick Up Aug 11, 2009
LAS VEGAS -- Hiring in the alternative energy industry will pick up in the next 12 months, though it will take more time before so-called green-jobs will become a bigger part of the U.S. job market, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis said Monday. "Once you start seeing more investments made in our economy recovering, as we stabilize and we get people back to work, then I think there'll be more interest in expanding," Solis said. (KSBW 8, CA)
Obama: Worst may be behind us on economy Aug 8, 2009
7: Labor Secretary Hilda Solis tells CNBC that she is optimistic there will be a change in direction in the jobs market after her department reported a dip in the unemployment rate. CNBC. (MSNBC -- Business)
Group awarded $1M to train older workers Jul 31, 2009
This grant provides opportunities for older Americans who face challenges re-entering or remaining in the work force, said Hilda Solis, U.S. Department of Labor secretary. With expanded education and skills training, these workers can broaden their own career opportunities and contribute to the growth of industries throughout the United States. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Pushed by recession, millions make dramatic job changes Jul 31, 2009
"The transition into new fields can be difficult," Labor Secretary Hilda Solis says. But, "There are opportunities, even in the current economic climate.". (USA Today -- Money)
