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COVID-19
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News
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January 22, 2025
In January 2025, the Center for Public Representation (CPR) submitted comments in strong support of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would phase out subminimum wage certificates issued under section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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December 18, 2024
CPR is pleased to announce it has received a $25,000 grant award from the Barbara McDowell Foundation and Public Interest Law Center.
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December 18, 2024
CPR relies on your support so that we may continue to advocate on behalf of people with disabilities
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November 8, 2024
CPR’s executive director, Cathy Costanzo, issues statement following the 2024 presidential election results.
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November 1, 2024
November 2024 Newsletter