Labor Fines for Current Violations Kept in White House Plan (1)

The White House is moving forward with a proposal to fine employers for existing violations of labor laws, while dropping penalties for new labor violations, sources familiar with the negotiations said.

The latest labor penalty proposal is included Democrats’ sweeping tax and social spending package released Thursday by the House Rules Committee, confirming earlier reports from sources familiar with the negotiations.

It’s not clear yet whether the administration’s proposal will gain the support of the party’s progressive and moderate wings. Democratic leaders say elements of the bill could change as it moves forward

The House Democrats’ original proposal would have ...