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Illinois Mask Mandate Extended
January 6, 2021 - Contractors CLDC LMCC LECET
The previous mask mandate established through an emergency rule to the Control of Communicable Disease Code expired on January 3, 2021. However, a subsequent emergency rule was filed January 4, 2021 and is in effect for 150 days.
A Look At What's in the Stimulus Package
January 4, 2021 - Contractors CLDC LMCC LECET
By Zach Montague Published Dec. 28, 2020, Updated Dec. 29, 2020 NYTimes.comWASHINGTON — The $900 billion stimulus bill that President Trump finally signed into law on Sunday evening goes well beyond providing the $600 checks that became a huge …
Statewide Tier 3 Resurgence Mitigations Take Effect Friday 11/20/20
November 17, 2020 - Contractors CLDC LMCC LECET
Tier 3 Resurgence Mitigation Requirements (pdf) CHICAGO - With a new wave of COVID-19 surging across the state of Illinois, the Midwest and the nation, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced additiona…
A Solemn Salute to Our Armed Forces
November 11, 2020 - Contractors CLDC LMCC LECET
A Special Veterans Day Message from Terry O'Sullivan, LIUNA General President Whether challenged by a health crisis, economic struggles or political strife, there is one steady, constant and true strength in the United States and Canada: the honor, c…
You Made it Happen
November 9, 2020 - CLDC
A Special Message from Terry O'Sullivan, LIUNA General President LIUNA...You made it happen. Thank You! Dear Brothers and Sisters: Let me begin by thanking each and every one of you for all of your hard work during this extraordinary election. You sh…
Important Election Notice & E-mail Sign-up
October 23, 2020 - CLDC
On October 12, 2020, all members of our affiliated Locals on our e-mailing list were sent an important message titled “Laborers’ Endorsed Candidates” from James P. Connolly, Business Manager of the Chicago Laborers’ District C…
Restaurant, Bar Patrons Now Required to Wear Masks When Interacting with Staff
August 25, 2020 - Contractors CLDC LMCC LECET
The State of Illinois today announced revised guidelines for restaurants and bar establishments statewide to operate safely and help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Based on a recent increase in cases, these latest guidelines will require patrons to …
GUIDANCE FOR EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES ON WORKERS’ RIGHTS AND SAFETY DURING PHASE 4 OF THE RESTORE ILLINOIS PLAN
August 18, 2020 - Contractors CLDC LMCC LECET
The following was issued by the State of IL, Dept. of Labor, IDES, and IDPH. Federal and Illinois law requires employers to maintain a safe and healthy workplace. As we enter Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois plan and more Illinoisans return to work, e…
GUIDANCE FOR EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES ON WORKERS’ RIGHTS AND SAFETY DURING PHASE 4 OF THE RESTORE ILLINOIS PLAN
August 18, 2020 - Contractors CLDC LMCC LECET
Issued by the State of Illinois, IL Dept. of Labor, Dept. of Employment Security, and Dept. of Public Health: Guidance for Employers and Employees Federal and Illinois law requires employers to maintain a safe and healthy workplace. As we enter Phase…
Twenty Weeks of Extended Regular State Benefits Now Available
August 11, 2020 - Contractors CLDC LMCC LECET
Extended Benefits Available in Addition to PEUC as a Result of Unemployment Rate SPRINGFIELD –The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) today announced 20 weeks of state extended benefits (EB) are now available to those who exhaust …