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CCI Score: UnitedHealthcare
-30.80
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UnitedHealthcare Faces FLSA Enforcement Action for Worker Misclassification
The U.S. Department of Labor recovered over $934,000 in overtime back wages and imposed more than $104,000 in penalties after an investigation found that 479 employees at UnitedHealthcare's Hartford facility were misclassified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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Latest Events
JAN202025The U.S. Department of Labor recovered over $934,000 in overtime back wages and imposed more than $104,000 in penalties after an investigation found that 479 employees at UnitedHealthcare's Hartford facility were misclassified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices
April 1
The investigation revealed that UnitedHealthcare systematically misclassified 479 employees, denying them overtime pay and violating the Fair Labor Standards Act. This failure to adhere to basic labor protections reflects a serious disregard for worker rights and contributes to corporate practices that undermine fair labor conditions.
- DEC152024
Following the tragic death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, public sentiment and commentators criticized UnitedHealthcare—and by extension the health insurance industry—for systematic dehumanization of patients. Critics argued that these unethical business practices neglect patient dignity and contribute to broader social injustice.
- DEC312023
An OpenSecrets profile reveals that a significant portion of UnitedHealth Group's lobbyists have held previous government positions—51 out of 62 in 2023 and 38 out of 43 in 2024—raising concerns about regulatory capture and the undue influence of corporate lobbying on public policy.
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Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts
April 1
The data from OpenSecrets highlights a high prevalence of the revolving door phenomenon within UnitedHealth Group, where a majority of their lobbyists have previously held government positions. This entrenched link between public service and private lobbying raises serious concerns about potential regulatory capture and the perpetuation of authoritarian influences, undermining democratic accountability.
- OCT012023
UnitedHealth Group’s report details its policy to make political contributions aimed at advancing universal coverage, improving healthcare affordability, and enhancing health outcomes. The company and its employee PAC donated at least $5.3 million, indicating a strategic use of corporate funds to support progressive policy initiatives.
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Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts
April 1
The political contributions by UnitedHealth Group, including a donation of at least $5.3 million through its employee PAC, are explicitly directed toward advancing progressive policy solutions such as universal healthcare coverage and improved affordability. These actions are in support of marginalized communities and counter authoritarian practices, earning a positive anti-fascist rating.
Political contributions congruency report at UnitedHealth Group Incorporated
- JUN302023
The UnitedHealth Group PAC released a report detailing its political contributions and related activities from January 1 to June 30, 2023. The report outlines bipartisan donations to federal and state candidates, with significant sums channeled through the corporate political action committee, including donations to various Republican and Democratic candidates and PACs.
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Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts
April 1
The report reveals extensive political contributions managed by the UnitedHealth Group PAC, with donations made on a bipartisan basis. However, the sizable funds directed to conservative and far-right candidates and PACs raise concerns about potential support for authoritarian policies. From an anti-fascist perspective, these contributions contribute to corporate complicity in shaping political outcomes favorable to right-wing agendas.
PDF U.S. Political Contributions and Related Activity Report
- JAN012023
UnitedHealthcare released its 2023 U.S. Political Contributions & Related Activity Report detailing extensive political contributions and lobbying activities made through its PAC and trade associations. The report lists donations across a wide spectrum of political candidates and committees, including both Democratic and Republican groups. While the transparency in disclosure is commendable, the substantial funds directed toward political activities raise concerns about corporate influence in society and the risk of reinforcing power structures that may support authoritarian or far‐right policies.
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Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts
April 1
The report reveals that UnitedHealthcare, through its political action committee, made significant contributions to a wide array of political candidates and PACs. Although the contributions are disclosed in a transparent manner and span both parties, the heavy investment in political activities raises concerns about undue corporate influence on public policy, particularly where funds may support candidates with authoritarian or far-right leanings. This action is viewed negatively from an anti-fascist perspective as it risks bolstering power structures that undermine progressive democratic norms.
PDF unh-political-contributions-report-2023 - UnitedHealth Group
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Corporate Financials
- Revenue
- 2022
- $357.00B
- Total Assets
- 2022
- $452.00B
- Operating Income
- 2022
- $20.00B
- Total Equity
- 2022
- $45.00B
Employees: 500,000
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