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Mental Health at Work

Our Mental Health at Work Initiative leverages DOL's expertise, programs, policies, partnerships and authority to advance mental health and wellness in the workforce.

The Good Jobs Initiative

Our Good Jobs Initiative is providing critical information to workers, employers and the government as they work to improve job quality and create access to good jobs.

A Lifeline for Working Families

For 30 years, the Family and Medical Leave Act has helped millions of working families balance the demands of the workplace, the needs of their families and their own health.

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The Cost of Child Care

How much do families pay for child care in the U.S.? Explore our new map for a county-level breakdown of price data.

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Combating Child Labor Within and Beyond Our Borders

Beat the Heat: Tips for Agricultural Workers to Stay Safe and Healthy

Dam Safety Awareness for Miners

News

June 9, 2023

US Department of Labor urges employers to have a plan to protect outdoor workers from hazards associated with poor air quality

June 8, 2023

Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report

June 6, 2023

US Department of Labor invites businesses, workers to share best workplace safety, health practices

June 6, 2023

US Department of Labor announces outreach events in Wyoming for current, former coal miners, survivors on black lung benefits

June 2, 2023

Court orders Philadelphia home care provider to pay more than $7M in back wages, damages after denying overtime to 1,230 current, former employees

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