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The Senate vote results came after two contentious hearings, and is met by strong feelings on both supporting and opposing sides.
The Labor Department’s proposal on fluctuating workweeks will make it easier for employers to provide additional compensation for certain workers.
Small and midsize employers will be able to form or connect with associations to offer employees workplace retirement plans.
The outgoing secretary’s deputy, Patrick Pizzella, will be named acting secretary of the department.
Some experts say the labor secretary’s departure could expedite the department’s regulatory agenda.
