Key federal workplace safety offices in Alabama marked for lease termination
A GSA spokesperson said the agency’s just “actively managing leases,” but advocates for safe workplaces are worried about needless deaths.
United Mine Workers
UMWA attacks Rep. Aderholt over silica dust regulations
A subcommittee that Aderholt chairs supported cutting funding for a regulation meant to prevent coal miners from developing black lung.
Union ratifies new contract with Jefferson County coal mining company
Two local unions ratified a new agreement with a mining company accused of contributing to a man’s death in March.
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See recent postsAs strike stretches on, Alabama coal miners could use Democrats’ support
National Democrats have talked plenty about supporting labor unions, but as the strike at Warrior Met Coal continues, they're mostly absent.