South Dakota Labor Department Offers Virtual Layoff Assistance

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Published February 24th, 2026

Detected March 17th, 2026

Summary

The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation is hosting a virtual layoff assistance session on March 3, 2026. The session will guide laid-off individuals through applying for reemployment benefits and highlight job search resources.

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The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation has announced a virtual layoff assistance resource session scheduled for March 3, 2026. This free session, conducted via Microsoft Teams, is designed to assist individuals who have been laid off by providing guidance on applying for reemployment assistance benefits and outlining available job search resources, including tools for finding new employment and exploring training opportunities.

While this is an informational notice and not a regulatory change, employers should be aware that their laid-off employees can access these resources. Advance registration is required for participants, and employers may wish to inform affected staff of this opportunity. The department highlights the state's low unemployment rate and numerous job openings as context for these support services.

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South Dakota Department of Labor & Regulation 123 W. Missouri Ave. Pierre, SD 57501 dlr.sd.gov   For Immediate Release: Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 Media Contact: Dawn Dovre, 605-773-3101 Labor Department Providing Virtual Layoff Assistance Session PIERRE, S.D. – The Department of Labor and Regulation is providing a virtual layoff assistance resource session on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 12 p.m. CST/11 a.m. MST via Microsoft Teams. This free session is designed for individuals who have been laid off and are seeking support to reenter the workforce. Participants will be guided through the process of applying for reemployment assistance benefits and what to do after filing a claim. The session will also highlight job search resources, including tools for finding new employment, building additional job skills, and exploring training and education opportunities. Advance registration is required. Visit tinyurl.com/dlr-workshops and select the event from the calendar to sign up. South Dakota currently has more than 17,000 job openings and an unemployment rate of 2.2%, the lowest rate in the nation.