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Unemployment Down 8.1% Since April

Unemployment Down 8.1% Since April

The unemployment rate was 6.7% in December – a decline of 8.1% since April. Payroll employment has increased by 12.3 million since reopening began.

Discover Apprenticeship

Discover Apprenticeship

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

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Learn How to File for Unemployment Insurance

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

Independent Contractor Rule

New Rule Clarifies Independent Contractor Status

A new rule clarifies employee and independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, streamlining the test and providing long-needed clarity.

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News

January 15, 2021

U.S. Department of Labor Revises Interpretation, Issues New Guidance Clarifying Filing, Compliance Requirements in H-1B Visa Program

January 15, 2021

U.S. Department of Labor Awards $40 Million In Strengthening Community College Training Grants

January 15, 2021

CORRECTED: U.S. Department of Labor to Award $10 Million Grant to Address Labor Violations in Illegal, Unregulated and Unregistered Fishing

January 15, 2021

CORRECTED: U.S. Department of Labor to Award $11.7 Million Grant to Enhance Labor Compliance in Key Export Sectors in Sub-Saharan Africa

January 15, 2021

U.S. Department of Labor to Award $8 Million Grant to Address Labor Violations in Illegal, Unregulated and Unregistered Fishing

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