State Labor

Job Service North Dakota System Maintenance Notice

Job Service North Dakota announced scheduled system maintenance for Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 5 AM to 10 AM CT. This maintenance will impact UI claimants, job seekers, and employers using various online portals and phone systems.

North Dakota UAS and Satellite Systems Career Opportunities

The State of North Dakota's Job Service has announced growing career and internship opportunities in the Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems (UAS) and Satellite Systems industries. The notice highlights the state's leadership in these sectors and directs individuals to specific online resources for job listings and company information.

Job Service North Dakota Scheduled Maintenance Notice

Job Service North Dakota announced scheduled maintenance on January 24, 2026, from 5 AM to 10 AM CT. This will affect various online systems for UI claimants, job seekers, and employers, including UI EASY and the Virtual One Stop.

Bismarck Workforce Center Business Services Newsletter

The Bismarck Workforce Center has released its Q1 2026 Business Services Quarterly Newsletter. The newsletter provides updates on events, staff, labor market information, and a review of 2025.

WIOA State Plan Modification Public Comment Period Open

Job Service North Dakota has opened a public comment period for modifications to the state's Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) State Plan. The comment period runs from February 17th to March 16th, 2026, and is a required step for states to receive federal workforce development funding.

Missouri Tax Form 1099-G for Unemployment Benefits Available Online

The Missouri Division of Employment Security announced that the 2025 Form 1099-G for unemployment benefits is now available online. This form details unemployment payments and taxes withheld, and is crucial for tax filing purposes. The state will also mail forms by January 31, 2026, for those who have not opted out of paperless delivery.

Unemployment Benefits for Storm Victims

The Missouri Department of Labor announced that individuals in designated counties affected by severe storms between March 30 and April 8, 2025, can apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA). Applications will be accepted until January 26, 2026.

St. Louis Cold Drawn Celebrates Five Years of Workplace Safety Recognition

The Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations announced that St. Louis Cold Drawn has achieved five years of participation in the OSHA Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP). This recognition highlights the company's exemplary safety and health management system for its employees.

Missouri Minimum Wage Increases to $15.00 per Hour

The Missouri minimum wage will increase to $15.00 per hour effective January 1, 2026, as mandated by HB 567. This legislation also removes the annual adjustment by the Consumer Price Index and subjects public employers to the minimum wage law.

WARN Act and Layoff Related Laws Overview

The State of Connecticut Department of Labor has published an overview of the federal WARN Act and related state laws concerning layoffs and downsizing. This guidance aims to help employers understand their obligations regarding advance notice and other requirements during workforce reductions.