DOL Recovers More Than $1B in Wages

The Biden-Harris administration announced that the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division has recovered over $1 billion in back wages and damages for over 615,000 workers since January 20, 2021, focusing on low-wage sectors like healthcare and agriculture. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su stressed the importance of accountability to deter wage theft. Notable recoveries include over $1,000 for home health aide Joely Maniscalco and more than $2,000 for housekeeper Demetria Jones. The division also emphasizes outreach to prevent future labor violations.