Articles Tagged: Iowa Workforce Development

Also in the Capitol Notebook: Iowa’s unemployment, labor force participation rate ticks up

A Farm Bureau analysis estimates that total job losses might be up to about 11,400, with economic losses of $1.5 billion.

Also, Iowa AG demands company stop suspected scam robocalls

Corteva Agriscience, the most dominant player in the U.S. corn industry, has said it takes labor abuses in its supply chain seriously. But, it’s hired labor contractor T. Bell Detasseling, which has repeatedly run afoul of federal labor laws.

Iowa Workforce Development granted waivers to two Iowa employers to train 16- and 17-year-olds to perform hazardous work, despite federal restrictions and safety concerns, including risk of amputation.

Also, Iowa Workforce Development offers support for Perry plant workers.

Also, State Auditor warns Iowans to be alert of scams in wake of flooding

Also, bird flu reported in turkeys in Sac County

Also, Iowa Supreme Court awards grants for low-income legal services

A federal judge on Friday dismissed a class-action lawsuit over Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds’ decision to end pandemic-related unemployment benefits early.

Also, Iowa’s unemployment rate dips slightly to 2.9 percent in February

Recap of news from across the state

Also, the Iowa House passes legislation that would cap tuition and limit diversity, equity and inclusion programs at the state’s three public universities

Also, some Iowans will get Google refunds

Also, state announces new partnership to help employers hire military veterans