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Bipartisan Reform Introduced for H-1B, L-1 Visa Programs
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March 28, 2013
Senators Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) introduced the H-1B and L-1 Visa Reform Act of 2013 last week, to build in real safeguards for U.S. workers and ensure that workers are paid the same wages for the same work.
Community, Political Pressure Force Cablevision-Optimum to Rehire Illegally Fired Workers
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March 21, 2013
A strong support campaign by community leaders and NYC elected officials convinced Cablevision-Optimum to rehire the 22 workers it illegally locked out and fired seven weeks ago.
New Jersey Legislature Wants Say in Gov. Christie's Lotto Privatization
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March 21, 2013
The New Jersey state legislature is sending Republican Gov. Chris Christie a bill that would require legislative approval for his lotto privatization plans.
Arizona Working Families Rally for Immigration Reform
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March 14, 2013
CWA President Larry Cohen called for path to citizenship for 11 million undocumented immigrants before 800 union members, their families, immigration advocates, faith leaders and community leaders rallying at the Arizona state Capitol.
Missouri Legislature Targets Unions with Paycheck Deception Bills
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March 14, 2013
The Missouri House and Senate this week approved separate bills this week that would severely restrict the way unions can collect and spend dues.