Labor & Employment

South Dakota Labor Department Offers Youth Apprenticeship Knowledge Series

The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation is hosting a free virtual event on March 19, 2026, focusing on youth apprenticeships. The event aims to educate employers and stakeholders on youth labor law exemptions and program benefits.

Maine Department of Labor Hiring Events in York County

The Maine Department of Labor is announcing upcoming hiring events in York County for March and April 2026. Employers are invited to register for these events to connect with job seekers. Details and registration links for specific events are provided.

Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave Program Update

Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program will begin providing benefits on May 1, 2026. Employers participating in the state plan must ensure employees receive written notice about the program within 30 days of hire and configure their notification settings in the Aflac Employer Portal.

Maine Department of Labor: March Safety and Compliance Training

The Maine Department of Labor is offering several no-cost safety and compliance training classes in March 2026. Topics include mine safety, wage and hour laws, life safety code, ladder safety, and impairment detection for employers.

Maine Department of Labor Offers Free Wage & Hour Compliance Training

The Maine Department of Labor is offering free Wage & Hour Compliance training classes for employers, human resources professionals, and business owners. The classes cover various state labor laws and are scheduled throughout March and April 2026.

Maine Paid Family & Medical Leave Benefits Start Date Confirmed

The Maine Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) Authority has confirmed that benefits will begin on May 1, 2026, following a review of the trust fund's solvency. Applications for benefits will be accepted starting in April 2026.

Washington Metro Unemployment Rate Report - December 2025

The District of Columbia's Department of Employment Services reported the Washington Metro unemployment rate was 5.1% in December 2025. This represents an increase from 3.8% in December 2024. Total nonfarm employment decreased by 2,200 jobs over the month.

Washington Metro Unemployment Rate and Job Estimates

The District of Columbia's Department of Employment Services reported that the Washington, DC-MD Metropolitan Division's unemployment rate increased to 6.1% in November 2025, up from 4.0% in November 2024. Total nonfarm employment saw a net increase of 600 jobs over the month.

District of Columbia Unemployment Rate and Jobs Report - December 2025

The District of Columbia's Department of Employment Services reported a preliminary unemployment rate of 6.7% for December 2025, an increase from the previous month. The report also indicated a decrease of 1,100 jobs, bringing the total to 742,900.

DC Unemployment Rate and Jobs Report - November 2025

The District of Columbia's Department of Employment Services reported a preliminary unemployment rate of 6.5% for November 2025, with a total of 744,000 jobs. The report notes delays in data publication due to a federal government shutdown.