Highlights
Department of Labor Offices Are Open
All U.S. Department of Labor offices are open. Employers and workers can call our National Contact Center for assistance.
5 Million New Jobs
The December jobs report showed 312,000 new jobs were added in the month – bringing the total to more than 5 million jobs created since November 2016.
Strengthening Americans’ Retirement Security
A U.S. Department of Labor proposal would make it easier for small businesses to offer retirement savings plans – strengthening the retirement security of millions of American workers.
More Job Openings Than Job Seekers
With 6.9 million job openings, job openings in America have exceeded the number of job seekers for nine consecutive months.
Reforming America’s Healthcare System Through Choice and Competition
Read the report on expanding access to high-quality healthcare at affordable prices.
Disaster Recovery Assistance
The U.S. Department of Labor announced actions it is taking to assist Americans affected by recent hurricanes and wildfires, as well as the earthquake in Alaska.
Latest Numbers
- Unemployment Insurance Initial Claims: 216,000
- Unemployment Rate: 3.9% in December 2018
- Consumer Price Index: -0.1% in December 2018
