Labor & Employment

NYSDOL Opens New Lower Manhattan Career Center

The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) has opened a new Lower Manhattan Career Center. The center will provide job seekers with career assistance, workshops, resume help, and training programs, while also supporting local businesses in building a skilled workforce.

Women in Construction Week Celebrates Achievements

The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) is celebrating Women in Construction Week, highlighting the achievements of women in the trades and encouraging future careers. The notice shares statistics on women in the construction workforce and their representation in workplace injuries.

California Launches Women in Construction Public Awareness Campaign

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) has launched a new public awareness campaign, "Women in Construction," to highlight career pathways in the building trades. The campaign aims to address the underrepresentation of women in construction jobs and complements the state's $50 million investment in grants to promote equitable apprenticeship opportunities.

Colorado Celebrates Weights and Measures Week

Colorado's Division of Oil & Public Safety and Department of Agriculture are celebrating Weights and Measures Week, March 1-7, 2026. The event highlights the work of state inspectors in ensuring accuracy in retail transactions, from fuel pumps to grocery scales, protecting consumers and businesses.

NY State Labor Department Opens Lower Manhattan Career Center

The New York State Department of Labor has opened a new Lower Manhattan Career Center. The center will provide job seekers with career assistance and local businesses with resources to build a skilled workforce. This expansion is part of the department's statewide network of career centers.

DWC Adjusts Medical Fee Schedule for Hospitals and ASCs

The California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted adjustments to the Official Medical Fee Schedule for Hospital Outpatient Departments and Ambulatory Surgical Centers. These changes conform to the CY2026 Medicare payment system updates and are effective for services rendered on or after March 1, 2026.

September Jobs Data Shows Slowing Growth

The Connecticut Department of Labor reported that state employment declined by 5,700 jobs in September, indicating a slowing growth trend consistent with national patterns. This data release provides an update on the state's labor market conditions.

Connecticut Department of Labor September Labor Report

The Connecticut Department of Labor has released its September labor report. This report provides updated statistics on employment, unemployment, and other key labor market indicators for the state.

Connecticut Labor Market Data Update

The Connecticut Department of Labor has released its latest labor market data, indicating a slight increase in unemployment and mixed job growth for October and November. This report provides an update on the state's employment situation.

Connecticut Labor Dept Joins Multistate Worker Protection Alliance

The Connecticut Department of Labor has joined a multistate alliance focused on worker protection. This initiative aims to enhance collaboration and information sharing among state labor agencies to better enforce labor laws and protect workers across participating states.