State Labor

WSI Offers Paperless Notifications for Employers via Email

The North Dakota Workforce Safety and Insurance (WSI) now offers employers paperless notifications via email, simplifying account management. Employers can enroll through the myWSI portal, with notifications sent based on user account access levels.

2026 Fee Schedule Update Delays

The State Labor agency is experiencing delays in updating its 2026 fee schedules for certain medical services. While some schedules are updated effective January 22, 2026, others are delayed due to reliance on CMS data. Reimbursement for affected services will continue at 2025 rates.

WSI 2026 Fee Schedule Updates Announced

The Workers' Safety and Insurance (WSI) has announced updates to its 2026 fee schedules for various medical services, including ambulance, surgical centers, and hospitals. A potential delay in the first quarter update is noted due to a federal government shutdown.

Utah Labor Commission: Workers' Comp Waivers Walk-ins

The Utah Labor Commission announced walk-in services for workers' compensation coverage waivers would be available through March 18, 2020. Online services and a contact number are also provided for assistance.

Workers' Comp Claims Assistance Advisory

The Utah Labor Commission has issued a notice providing contact information for workers' compensation claims assistance. Injured workers and employers are advised to call the provided phone numbers for questions regarding claims or the claims process prior to visiting the office.

Kansas September Labor Report Suspended Due to Federal Shutdown

The Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) has suspended the release of its September jobs and unemployment data due to a federal government shutdown. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) suspended data collection and dissemination activities as of October 1, 2025, preventing the scheduled release of the report.

Kansas Labor Report Delayed Due to Federal Funding Lapse

The Kansas Department of Labor announced that Bureau of Labor Statistics operations have resumed after a federal funding lapse. Consequently, the October 2025 Kansas Labor Report, including jobs and unemployment data, has been delayed and will be released at a later date.

State Labor YouTube Video Content Guidance

The Kansas Department of Labor has issued guidance regarding the use of YouTube videos for employee training and communication. This guidance aims to clarify best practices for employers utilizing video content in the workplace.

Kansas Labor Report November 2025 Released

The Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) has released its November 2025 Kansas Labor Report. Due to a lapse in federal funding and a government shutdown, separate October and November reports will not be published; October's establishment survey data will be combined with November's.

Kansas Labor Report December 2025 Released

The Kansas Department of Labor has released its December 2025 Labor Report. The department also indicated that the schedule for the 2026 Labor Report releases has not yet been published.