Arkansas Proposes Rule Changes for Appraisers, Abstracters, and Inspectors
The Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing State Board of Appraisers, Abstracters, and Home Inspectors is proposing changes to its rules. These updates are necessary to align with recent legislative acts and updated national appraisal qualification criteria. The public comment period is open from March 21, 2026, to April 20, 2026.
Arkansas Towing Board Proposes Rule Changes
The Arkansas Towing and Recovery Board is proposing changes to its administrative rules, incorporating updates from Act 932 of 2025 and other revisions. The Board is accepting written comments from March 20, 2026, through April 20, 2026.
Arkansas Workers' Safety Conference
The Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing hosted the 2026 Workers' Safety Conference in Jacksonville, bringing together workers, employers, and safety leaders. The event focused on strengthening workplace safety, identifying hazards, and reducing on-the-job injuries, with sessions including OSHA enforcement trends and leadership strategies.
Iowa VR Town Hall Series on Workforce Services for Iowans with Disabilities
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services and the Iowa Department of the Blind are launching a new series of town halls to inform Iowans with disabilities and other stakeholders about available workforce services. The series will cover topics such as Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS), Self-Employment, Assistive Technology, and Job Readiness.
Work-Based Learning Webinar on Industry Credentials
Iowa Workforce Development and the Iowa Department of Education are hosting a webinar on March 10, 2026, to discuss integrating industry-recognized credentials into work-based learning programs for high schools and community colleges. The webinar will cover the definition of industry credentials, reporting requirements, and examples of integration across various sectors.
IowaWORKS Account Security Reminder
The Iowa Department of Workforce Development issued a reminder to IowaWORKS users about the importance of securing their login credentials. Users are responsible for maintaining their username and password to access services like filing claims and applying for jobs.
Webinar on Construction and Advanced Manufacturing Careers
The Iowa Workforce Development is hosting a webinar series on February 10, 2026, to highlight career opportunities in construction and advanced manufacturing. The webinar will focus on student-learner programs and showcase collaborations between employers and school districts.
Bus Driver Charged with Theft for Faking Injury to Collect Benefits
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) announced a Renton bus driver faces a felony theft charge for allegedly collecting over $50,000 in workers' compensation benefits while working multiple other jobs. The driver is accused of falsely attesting he was too injured to work, defrauding the system and potentially impacting benefits for genuinely injured workers.
Washington State Fines Roofing Companies Over $1.4 Million for Fall Violations
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) has issued over $1.4 million in fines to five construction companies in the last four months for fall protection violations. Falls from heights remain the most cited serious workplace safety violation in the state, with companies failing to provide proper safety gear for employees working at heights above four feet.
Asbestos removal company fined for exposing workers and misleading investigators
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has cited Seattle Environmental Services LLC for over $200,000 in fines for knowingly exposing workers to asbestos and misleading investigators. The company ignored multiple safety rules during an asbestos removal project, putting workers at serious risk.
Oregon BOLI Funding Bill HB 4027 A Passed Legislature
The Oregon Legislature has passed House Bill 4027 A, securing a stable funding framework for the Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI). This legislation aims to ensure the long-term sustainability of Oregon's workplace and civil rights enforcement system.
BOLI ADR Program Secures Over $3 Million in Settlements
The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) announced that its Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) program has secured over $3 million in settlements for Oregonians in its first year. The program offers free, confidential mediation services to resolve disputes between workers, employers, tenants, and landlords.
Oregon Bureau Lifts Wage Claim Income Threshold
The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) is lifting the income threshold for wage claims, restoring investigations for all Oregonians regardless of income level. This change, effective October 1, 2025, is enabled by a legislative investment that increases BOLI's capacity by 30%.
BOLI expands immigrant workers' rights trainings for Oregon employers
BOLI expands immigrant workers' rights trainings for Oregon employers
Construction Firm Fined After Labourer's Death
Jerram Falkus Construction Limited was fined £40,200 after a 19-year-old labourer died in a fall from a ventilation shaft. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) investigation found the shaft was inadequately covered. The company pleaded guilty to breaching work at height regulations.
Department of Labor & Workforce Development | Department of Labor Works with Top New Jersey Employers to Ensure Compliance with Pay Transparency Law
Department of Labor & Workforce Development | Department of Labor Works with Top New Jersey Employers to Ensure Compliance with Pay Transparency Law
Labor Department Cites Wisconsin Manufacturer for Safety Violations After Explosion
The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited SV Labs Prescott Corp. for repeat and serious safety violations following an explosion and fire. The agency proposed $275,694 in penalties for issues including inadequate new hire safety training, respiratory protection, and hazard communication.
OSHA Cares Initiative Strengthens Customer Service and Compliance Assistance
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has launched the OSHA Cares initiative to enhance customer service and expand compliance assistance for businesses. This agency-wide effort aims to support employers in meeting safety requirements and fostering collaborative safety programs, with a particular focus on small and medium-sized businesses.
Cal/OSHA Reminds Employers of Heat Illness Prevention Requirements
Cal/OSHA is reminding employers of their legal obligations to protect workers from heat illness during forecasted heat waves across California. The notice reiterates existing requirements for water, shade, rest breaks, and written prevention plans under the Heat Illness Prevention Standards.
Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency 2025 Annual Report
The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) released its 2025 Annual Report detailing improvements in unemployment insurance services for workers and employers. The report highlights key performance metrics compared to U.S. Department of Labor targets, including payment timeliness, appeal resolution, and reemployment rates.
OWCP Provider Enrollment Form Revision Public Comment Request
The Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) is requesting public comments on a proposed revision to the OWCP 1168 Provider Enrollment Form. This collection of information is necessary for OWCP programs to process provider bills. Comments are due by May 18, 2026.