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Every worker deserves a good job, one that pays a living wage and includes robust benefits. NELP is leading the fight to make a good-jobs economy a reality.
As #BigTech wields its political muscle to stifle regulation at the federal and state levels, #NewYork must act on behalf of #workers.
It’s time for @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social & the New York City Council to ban surveillance price- and wage-setting. Learn why here: www.nelp.org/to-make-new-...
It’s time for @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social & the New York City Council to ban surveillance price- and wage-setting. Learn why here: www.nelp.org/to-make-new-...
To Make New York More Affordable the Next Mayor Should Ban “Surveillance” Pay and Price Setting - National Employment Law Project
Mayor-elect Mamdani can promote higher pay and lower consumer prices is by halting the rapid growth of individualized “surveillance” wage and price setting.
www.nelp.org
December 27, 2025 at 3:15 PM
As #BigTech wields its political muscle to stifle regulation at the federal and state levels, #NewYork must act on behalf of #workers.
It’s time for @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social & the New York City Council to ban surveillance price- and wage-setting. Learn why here: www.nelp.org/to-make-new-...
It’s time for @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social & the New York City Council to ban surveillance price- and wage-setting. Learn why here: www.nelp.org/to-make-new-...
NELP wishes all #workers and their families a safe and restful holiday season.
Despite a challenging year of relentless attacks on workers, our movements and communities continued to fight for good jobs with living wages and the protections – the foundation of a #GoodJobsEconomy.
Despite a challenging year of relentless attacks on workers, our movements and communities continued to fight for good jobs with living wages and the protections – the foundation of a #GoodJobsEconomy.
December 25, 2025 at 3:00 PM
NELP wishes all #workers and their families a safe and restful holiday season.
Despite a challenging year of relentless attacks on workers, our movements and communities continued to fight for good jobs with living wages and the protections – the foundation of a #GoodJobsEconomy.
Despite a challenging year of relentless attacks on workers, our movements and communities continued to fight for good jobs with living wages and the protections – the foundation of a #GoodJobsEconomy.
Big Tech’s rollout of algorithmic surveillance tools have made app-based workers’ ability to afford to live #NewYorkCity even more precarious.
Policymakers in #NYC can fight back against this latest instance of corporate greed by banning surveillance wage-setting: www.nelp.org/to-make-new-...
Policymakers in #NYC can fight back against this latest instance of corporate greed by banning surveillance wage-setting: www.nelp.org/to-make-new-...
To Make New York More Affordable the Next Mayor Should Ban “Surveillance” Pay and Price Setting - National Employment Law Project
Mayor-elect Mamdani can promote higher pay and lower consumer prices is by halting the rapid growth of individualized “surveillance” wage and price setting.
www.nelp.org
December 23, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Big Tech’s rollout of algorithmic surveillance tools have made app-based workers’ ability to afford to live #NewYorkCity even more precarious.
Policymakers in #NYC can fight back against this latest instance of corporate greed by banning surveillance wage-setting: www.nelp.org/to-make-new-...
Policymakers in #NYC can fight back against this latest instance of corporate greed by banning surveillance wage-setting: www.nelp.org/to-make-new-...
@NELPNews is thrilled that @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social has nominated @saalevine.bsky.social to lead @hellodcwp.bsky.social. We look forward to working with him and the agency to advance a #GoodJobsEconomy for working New Yorkers!
December 23, 2025 at 2:15 PM
@NELPNews is thrilled that @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social has nominated @saalevine.bsky.social to lead @hellodcwp.bsky.social. We look forward to working with him and the agency to advance a #GoodJobsEconomy for working New Yorkers!
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This administration has taken away legal immigration status, protections & work authorization from hundreds of thousands of immigrant workers.
Our new FAQ with @nelp.org shares key information for workers who may lose, or who have recently lost, work authorization⤵️ www.nilc.org/resources/un...
Our new FAQ with @nelp.org shares key information for workers who may lose, or who have recently lost, work authorization⤵️ www.nilc.org/resources/un...
Understanding Your Rights When Losing Work Authorization: FAQs for Immigrant Workers and Advocates
This Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document covers employment-related issues faced by employees who will lose, or have recently lost, work authorization.
www.nilc.org
December 22, 2025 at 4:55 PM
This administration has taken away legal immigration status, protections & work authorization from hundreds of thousands of immigrant workers.
Our new FAQ with @nelp.org shares key information for workers who may lose, or who have recently lost, work authorization⤵️ www.nilc.org/resources/un...
Our new FAQ with @nelp.org shares key information for workers who may lose, or who have recently lost, work authorization⤵️ www.nilc.org/resources/un...
The Trump administration is engaged in the largest campaign in modern U.S. history to take away legal status & work authorization from hundreds of thousands of immigrant workers across industries.
But all workers, even w/o work authorization, have rights on the job. www.nelp.org/insights-res...
But all workers, even w/o work authorization, have rights on the job. www.nelp.org/insights-res...
Understanding Your Rights When Losing Work Authorization: FAQs for Immigrant Workers and Advocates - National Employment Law Project
We answer frequently asked questions about immigrant workers' rights if they lose their work permit.
www.nelp.org
December 22, 2025 at 4:22 PM
The Trump administration is engaged in the largest campaign in modern U.S. history to take away legal status & work authorization from hundreds of thousands of immigrant workers across industries.
But all workers, even w/o work authorization, have rights on the job. www.nelp.org/insights-res...
But all workers, even w/o work authorization, have rights on the job. www.nelp.org/insights-res...
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Last week, the Schedules That Work Act and Part Time Workers Bill of Rights – two pieces of federal legislation that would give employees more of a say in their work schedules and ensure part-time workers get the pay and benefits they deserve – were reintroduced in Congress.
December 22, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Last week, the Schedules That Work Act and Part Time Workers Bill of Rights – two pieces of federal legislation that would give employees more of a say in their work schedules and ensure part-time workers get the pay and benefits they deserve – were reintroduced in Congress.
NYC just announced a historic $28.9 million settlement to enforce the right to a #FairWorkweek.
It’s time that workers across the country have access to #SchedulesThatWork. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/01/n...
It’s time that workers across the country have access to #SchedulesThatWork. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/01/n...
December 22, 2025 at 2:15 PM
NYC just announced a historic $28.9 million settlement to enforce the right to a #FairWorkweek.
It’s time that workers across the country have access to #SchedulesThatWork. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/01/n...
It’s time that workers across the country have access to #SchedulesThatWork. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/01/n...
🧵With our partners, NELP is thrilled to celebrate four major worker justice victories this week in the New York City Council:
December 19, 2025 at 3:50 PM
🧵With our partners, NELP is thrilled to celebrate four major worker justice victories this week in the New York City Council:
With federal progress stalled, NELP invested in our regional & state strategy to advance bold pro-worker policies.
Donate now to help us secure more state-level wins for workers. nelp.donorsupport.co/page/FUNEDZK...
Donate now to help us secure more state-level wins for workers. nelp.donorsupport.co/page/FUNEDZK...
December 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
With federal progress stalled, NELP invested in our regional & state strategy to advance bold pro-worker policies.
Donate now to help us secure more state-level wins for workers. nelp.donorsupport.co/page/FUNEDZK...
Donate now to help us secure more state-level wins for workers. nelp.donorsupport.co/page/FUNEDZK...
📢 “New York City needs to… ensure that no #worker loses their livelihood at the whims of an unaccountable robot boss. 🤖”
@danocampo.bsky.social explains why the #NYCCouncil must pass legislation to protect app-based ridehail 🚗& delivery workers 🚴 from unfair firings. www.nelp.org/why-nyc-must...
@danocampo.bsky.social explains why the #NYCCouncil must pass legislation to protect app-based ridehail 🚗& delivery workers 🚴 from unfair firings. www.nelp.org/why-nyc-must...
Why NYC Must Extend Just Cause Protections to App-Based Workers - National Employment Law Project
NELP's Dan Ocampo lays out why NYC must extend just cause protections to app-based ridehail and delivery workers.
www.nelp.org
December 17, 2025 at 8:55 PM
📢 “New York City needs to… ensure that no #worker loses their livelihood at the whims of an unaccountable robot boss. 🤖”
@danocampo.bsky.social explains why the #NYCCouncil must pass legislation to protect app-based ridehail 🚗& delivery workers 🚴 from unfair firings. www.nelp.org/why-nyc-must...
@danocampo.bsky.social explains why the #NYCCouncil must pass legislation to protect app-based ridehail 🚗& delivery workers 🚴 from unfair firings. www.nelp.org/why-nyc-must...
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In a letter to Congress last week, EPIC joined a coalition led by the National Employment Law Project @nelp.org in endorsing the Empowering App-Based Workers Act, a bill that would create transparency and fairness for workers, and accountability for tech companies. epic.org/epic-joins-c...
EPIC Joins Coalition Endorsing Empowering App-Based Workers Act
<p>In a letter sent to Congress this week, EPIC joined a coalition endorsing the Empowering App-Based Workers Act, a bill introduced by senators Schatz, Murphy, and Baldwin to create transparency and…
epic.org
December 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
In a letter to Congress last week, EPIC joined a coalition led by the National Employment Law Project @nelp.org in endorsing the Empowering App-Based Workers Act, a bill that would create transparency and fairness for workers, and accountability for tech companies. epic.org/epic-joins-c...
As affordability challenges grow, NELP welcomes 2026 wage increases that move us towards a #GoodJobsEconomy, rooted in living wages for all.
Our #Raises2026 report breaks down wage floor increases state-by-state. www.nelp.org/insights-res...
Our #Raises2026 report breaks down wage floor increases state-by-state. www.nelp.org/insights-res...
December 17, 2025 at 7:15 PM
As affordability challenges grow, NELP welcomes 2026 wage increases that move us towards a #GoodJobsEconomy, rooted in living wages for all.
Our #Raises2026 report breaks down wage floor increases state-by-state. www.nelp.org/insights-res...
Our #Raises2026 report breaks down wage floor increases state-by-state. www.nelp.org/insights-res...
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It matters to workers who is President: @goodjobsfirst.org reports that 2025 has witnessed a dramatic drop in federal enforcement of wage and workplace safety regulations. goodjobsfirst.org/worker-prote...
Worker Protections in Freefall: The Collapse of Federal Labor Enforcement under the Second Trump Administration - Good Jobs First
Worker Protections in Freefall: The Collapse of Federal Labor Enforcement under the Second Trump Administration - Good Jobs First
goodjobsfirst.org
December 16, 2025 at 7:37 PM
It matters to workers who is President: @goodjobsfirst.org reports that 2025 has witnessed a dramatic drop in federal enforcement of wage and workplace safety regulations. goodjobsfirst.org/worker-prote...
Thanks to @jayapal.house.gov, @ilhanmn.bsky.social, and @norcross.house.gov, the Empowering App-Based Workers Act is now in the #USHouse.
The bill would create pay transparency for app-based workers.
📞 Call your reps + tell them to listen to workers www.nelp.org/take-action/...
The bill would create pay transparency for app-based workers.
📞 Call your reps + tell them to listen to workers www.nelp.org/take-action/...
December 16, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Thanks to @jayapal.house.gov, @ilhanmn.bsky.social, and @norcross.house.gov, the Empowering App-Based Workers Act is now in the #USHouse.
The bill would create pay transparency for app-based workers.
📞 Call your reps + tell them to listen to workers www.nelp.org/take-action/...
The bill would create pay transparency for app-based workers.
📞 Call your reps + tell them to listen to workers www.nelp.org/take-action/...
Big tech shouldn’t be able to weaponize your personal data to jack up consumer prices and low-ball worker pay for people who don’t have other options.
December 16, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Big tech shouldn’t be able to weaponize your personal data to jack up consumer prices and low-ball worker pay for people who don’t have other options.
It’s #JobsDay – In November, the #unemployment rate rose to 4.6%.
7.8 million #workers were unemployed and 24% of these unemployed workers were out of work for 27 weeks or longer.
Let’s look more closely at workers facing long term unemployment… 🧵 www.nelp.org/november-job...
7.8 million #workers were unemployed and 24% of these unemployed workers were out of work for 27 weeks or longer.
Let’s look more closely at workers facing long term unemployment… 🧵 www.nelp.org/november-job...
November Jobs Report: Unemployment Rises and More Workers Are Unemployed Long-Term - National Employment Law Project
The situation is particularly grim for the growing number of workers who have been unemployed for six months or longer.
www.nelp.org
December 16, 2025 at 2:30 PM
It’s #JobsDay – In November, the #unemployment rate rose to 4.6%.
7.8 million #workers were unemployed and 24% of these unemployed workers were out of work for 27 weeks or longer.
Let’s look more closely at workers facing long term unemployment… 🧵 www.nelp.org/november-job...
7.8 million #workers were unemployed and 24% of these unemployed workers were out of work for 27 weeks or longer.
Let’s look more closely at workers facing long term unemployment… 🧵 www.nelp.org/november-job...
“The bigger picture is that raising the #MinimumWage is just one piece of a much larger fight for a #GoodJobsEconomy rooted in living wages and good benefits for every working person,” wrote NELP's Yannet Lathrop to @yahoofinance.com: finance.yahoo.com/news/million...
Millions of workers will get a raise soon as new minimum wage laws kick in
On Jan. 1, minimum wage rates will climb in 19 states and 49 cities and counties across the US.
finance.yahoo.com
December 15, 2025 at 7:36 PM
“The bigger picture is that raising the #MinimumWage is just one piece of a much larger fight for a #GoodJobsEconomy rooted in living wages and good benefits for every working person,” wrote NELP's Yannet Lathrop to @yahoofinance.com: finance.yahoo.com/news/million...
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Uber, Lyft, and other app-based corporations can take up to 70% of a ride’s cost for their own profit, leaving drivers with next to nothing.
They’re ripping off employees and price-gouging consumers — all while raking in billions. I’m introducing a bill to fix this broken system.
They’re ripping off employees and price-gouging consumers — all while raking in billions. I’m introducing a bill to fix this broken system.
December 12, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Uber, Lyft, and other app-based corporations can take up to 70% of a ride’s cost for their own profit, leaving drivers with next to nothing.
They’re ripping off employees and price-gouging consumers — all while raking in billions. I’m introducing a bill to fix this broken system.
They’re ripping off employees and price-gouging consumers — all while raking in billions. I’m introducing a bill to fix this broken system.
“We need guardrails on corporations’ conduct - including limiting how these corporations use our data, so they can’t pay two workers different amounts, based on their personal data. Its time to hold corporations accountable and pass the Empowering App-Based Workers Act.” - NELP's Laura Padin
December 12, 2025 at 7:04 PM
“We need guardrails on corporations’ conduct - including limiting how these corporations use our data, so they can’t pay two workers different amounts, based on their personal data. Its time to hold corporations accountable and pass the Empowering App-Based Workers Act.” - NELP's Laura Padin
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As an electrician, I knew who my boss was, knew my pay, and knew how decisions were made. Workers in the app-based economy, like Uber and DoorDash drivers, deserve the same transparency. That is why @jayapal.house.gov and I introduced the Empowering App-Based Workers Act.
December 12, 2025 at 2:58 PM
As an electrician, I knew who my boss was, knew my pay, and knew how decisions were made. Workers in the app-based economy, like Uber and DoorDash drivers, deserve the same transparency. That is why @jayapal.house.gov and I introduced the Empowering App-Based Workers Act.
“For decades now, we've seen corporations sell working people a myth about flexibility and independence. Corporations are using platforms to make workers compete each other against for jobs, drive down wages and working conditions – while charging customers more.” - NELP's Laura Padin
December 12, 2025 at 4:32 PM
“For decades now, we've seen corporations sell working people a myth about flexibility and independence. Corporations are using platforms to make workers compete each other against for jobs, drive down wages and working conditions – while charging customers more.” - NELP's Laura Padin
Workers deserve dignity and transparency. Yesterday at the Capitol, NELP's Laura Padin spoke fiercely about the reality of app-based work. The Empowering App-Based Workers Act finally brings sunlight, fairness, and limits on how much corporations take from each fare.
Congress needs to pass it.
Congress needs to pass it.
December 12, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Workers deserve dignity and transparency. Yesterday at the Capitol, NELP's Laura Padin spoke fiercely about the reality of app-based work. The Empowering App-Based Workers Act finally brings sunlight, fairness, and limits on how much corporations take from each fare.
Congress needs to pass it.
Congress needs to pass it.
Thanks to @jayapal.house.gov and all the amazing app-based workers and advocates from across the country who gathered in DC for the launch of the Empowering App-Based Workers Act! We stand with app-based workers calling for transparency, accountability, and fair pay.
App-based workers are being ripped off by the corporations they create profits for.
Today, I introduced my Empowering App-Based Workers Act to promote better pay, more transparency on the algorithms that decide when they work, and to make the gig economy more fair overall.
Today, I introduced my Empowering App-Based Workers Act to promote better pay, more transparency on the algorithms that decide when they work, and to make the gig economy more fair overall.
December 12, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Thanks to @jayapal.house.gov and all the amazing app-based workers and advocates from across the country who gathered in DC for the launch of the Empowering App-Based Workers Act! We stand with app-based workers calling for transparency, accountability, and fair pay.
NELP’s @laurapadin.bsky.social speaking at a press conference in front of the U.S. Capitol🏛️about why passing the Empowering App-Based Workers Act is an important step in building a #GoodJobsEconomy 📢
December 11, 2025 at 6:12 PM
NELP’s @laurapadin.bsky.social speaking at a press conference in front of the U.S. Capitol🏛️about why passing the Empowering App-Based Workers Act is an important step in building a #GoodJobsEconomy 📢