State Labor

Oregon Offers Free Tax Help Events

The Oregon Employment Department and Department of Revenue are partnering to offer free tax filing assistance events across the state in February and March 2026. These events aim to help Oregon taxpayers file their federal and state personal income tax returns electronically with the assistance of volunteers.

PA Dept of Labor & Industry: UC 1099-G Form and Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit Reminder

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry is reminding Unemployment Compensation claimants to watch for their 1099-G tax forms and encouraging eligible workers to utilize the new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit. Forms are available online and will be mailed soon.

Pennsylvania Proposes $1M Funding Increase for Disability Services

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry celebrated the 40th anniversary of its Office for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing. Governor Shapiro's 2026-27 budget plan proposes a $1 million increase in funding for the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation to expand assistive technology and support services for the DeafBlind community.

Pennsylvania Expands Apprenticeship Opportunities in Creative Industries

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry and Pennsylvania Creative Industries announced the approval of a new state-registered Multimedia Producer Apprenticeship. This program aims to provide young adults with skills and job placement in the film, media, digital marketing, and journalism sectors.

Pennsylvania Invests $4.1M in Schools-to-Work Pathways

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry announced an investment of over $4.1 million in Schools-to-Work grant awards. These funds will support 17 projects aimed at preparing high school students for careers and ensuring a clear path to employment upon graduation.

Pennsylvania Recovers $5.3M in Wages, Fines Employers for Labor Law Violations

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry announced it recovered over $5.3 million in unpaid wages and collected over $2.25 million in fines from employers in 2025. The agency investigated over 7,000 labor law complaints, a nearly 23% increase from the previous year.

Arkansas Child Labor Rules

The Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing has issued updated administrative rules regarding child labor, effective October 31, 2023. These rules cover definitions, minimum age standards, hazardous occupations, entertainment industry work, hours of employment, recordkeeping, civil penalties, and criminal referrals.

Arkansas Child Labor Rule Amendments Public Hearing Notice

The Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing is holding a public hearing on September 6, 2023, to accept comments on proposed amendments to child labor rules. Key changes include repealing employment certificate rules, enhancing civil penalties, and updating hazardous employment exemptions.

Arkansas Child Labor Rules Amended for Legislative Changes

The Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing proposes amendments to child labor rules to comply with recent legislative changes. Key changes include repealing employment certificate rules, enhancing civil penalties, and updating hazardous employment exemptions.

Arkansas Child Labor Rule Markup - Definitions and Minimum Age

The Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing has issued a markup document detailing proposed amendments to its Child Labor Administrative Rules. Key changes include updated definitions for terms such as 'child,' 'remunerative occupation,' and 'school vacation,' as well as revisions to minimum age standards and hazardous occupation rules.