State Labor

Hawaii DLIR Career Fair Announcement

The Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (DLIR) is hosting an in-person career fair on September 24, 2025, to connect job seekers with employers. The event will offer early access for veterans and military spouses.

Hawaii DLIR Expands Hele Imua Program to Private Sector

The Hawaiʻi Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (DLIR) has expanded its Hele Imua internship program to the private sector through a partnership with the Hawaiʻi Agricultural Foundation and Ulupono Initiative. This pilot project aims to support small-scale farmers and strengthen the state's agricultural workforce.

Hawaii Hosts First Statewide Internship Summit

The State of Hawaiʻi Department of Labor and Industrial Relations announced the first statewide Internship Summit scheduled for March 4, 2026. The event aims to strengthen internship programs by bringing together state leaders, employers, and workforce partners, and will also feature the first Hawaiʻi Internship Excellence Awards.

Hawaii Minimum Wage Increases to $16.00

Hawaii's minimum wage will increase to $16.00 per hour on January 1, 2026, as part of a phased increase to $18.00 by 2028. Act 115 also establishes a minimum civil penalty of $500 for violations of the Wage and Hour Law.

Wyoming Council for Women Announces 2024 Jan Torres Woman Entrepreneur Award Recipient

The Wyoming Council for Women has announced Bev Lliteras, owner of the Strawberry Patch Quilt Shop, as the 2024 recipient of the Jan Torres Woman Entrepreneur of the Year award. The award recognizes outstanding contributions of women entrepreneurs to the state's economy.

Wyoming Council for Women Seeks Nominations for Jan Torres Award

The Wyoming Council for Women is seeking nominations for its annual Jan Torres Woman Entrepreneur Award. The award recognizes outstanding female entrepreneurs based in Wyoming who have operated their businesses for at least three years. The nomination deadline is March 31, 2025.

Wyoming Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award Recipient Announced

The Wyoming Council for Women announced Marni Christensen as the 2025 recipient of the Jan Torres Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award. The award recognizes her contributions to the state's economy and her business, Marni Christensen Pet Photography. An award ceremony is scheduled for June 18.

Wyoming Council for Women Seeks Entrepreneur Award Nominations

The Wyoming Council for Women is accepting nominations for the Jan Torres Woman Entrepreneur Award. The award recognizes outstanding female entrepreneurs based in Wyoming who have operated their businesses for at least three years. The nomination deadline for 2026 is April 15.

Wyoming Jan Torres Woman Entrepreneur Award Nominations Open

The Wyoming Council for Women is seeking nominations for the Jan Torres Woman Entrepreneur Award. The award recognizes outstanding female entrepreneurs in Wyoming who have owned or co-owned a business for at least three years. The nomination deadline is May 10, 2024.

Public Meeting and Program Review for Weatherization and Energy Assistance Programs

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity announced a public meeting on October 10, 2022, regarding the State Plan for the Weatherization Assistance Program. Additionally, a public review period for the Draft Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program State Plan is open from July 25 to August 12, 2022.