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+661,000 Jobs

Payroll employment increased by 661,000 jobs in September and the unemployment rate dropped to 7.9%. 11.4 million jobs have been added since the economy began to reopen.

Discover Apprenticeship

The Department of Labor launched a new campaign to raise awareness of the benefits of apprenticeship for business leaders and job seekers.

Coronavirus-Related Paid Family and Medical Leave and Paid Sick Leave

Learn about paid family and medical leave and paid sick leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.

Learn How to File for Unemployment Insurance

Find out about expanded unemployment insurance benefits and how to apply with your state.

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OFCCP FAQs on Executive Order 13950 - Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping

Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs

Apprenticeship Finder

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Secretary Scalia Speeches

Guidance for Visitors to DOL National Office

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Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

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October 19, 2020

U.S. Department of Labor Announces Best Year for Compliance Assistance By Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs

October 19, 2020

U.S. Department of Labor Issues Frequently Asked Question and Answer Confirming N95 Respirators Protect Against the Coronavirus

October 18, 2020

ICYMI: U.S. Department of Labor Acts to Help American Workers and Employers During the Coronavirus Pandemic

October 16, 2020

U.S. Department of Labor’s OSHA Announces $1,222,156 In Coronavirus Violations

October 15, 2020

Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report

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