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L
ori Chavez-DeRemer’s nomination to serve as Secretary of Labor has renewed both interest and the need to understand the role and responsibilities of this position. That’s especially true for business and the HR professionals who must be aware of and responsive to potential c
hanges. Source: KATU Role of the Secretary of
Labor At a high level, the Secretary of Labor leads the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), serving as the principal advisor to the President on labor policies. This cabinet-level position involves overseeing federal laws that govern workplace activities, including those affecting unions and employer-employee relation
ships. Key Labor Secretary Responsibil
ities