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Department of Labor & Industry

May 16, 2025

Pa. unemployment increases, but nonfarm jobs reach record high

PA's unemployment rate rose to 3.9% in April, but nonfarm jobs hit a 12th straight record high, led by gains in education and health services.

Apr 9, 2025

Shapiro Administration launches program for bilingual workers

Governor Josh Shapiro said the bilingual pilot program will ensure the state is recognizing and rewarding employees who can speak multiple languages.

Mar 28, 2025

Central Pa. organization receives $250K for Schools-to-Work Program

L&I Secretary Nancy A. Walker said investing in the Schools-to-Work programs bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world careers.

Mar 26, 2025

Pa. businesses look for lower premiums with loss-costs filing

L&I Secretary Nancy Walker said a reduction in workers' compensation loss costs is a step forward in supporting Pennsylvania’s workforce and businesses.

Jan 24, 2025

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate rises slightly but remains below U.S. rate

Nonfarm jobs in Pennsylvania set a record high for the 17th consecutive month.

Dec 19, 2024

Shapiro Administration invests nearly $5M in workforce, industry

Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy Walker said Industry Partnerships highlight the Shapiro Administration’s investments in Pennsylvania’s workforce.

Nov 15, 2024

Pa. unemployment rate remains well below national average

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate was unchanged over the month at 3.4% in October, the Department of Labor & Industry announced on Friday.

Nov 5, 2024

Election Day: Pa. voters weigh issues

Voter turnout today will be a crucial factor in determining Pennsylvania’s elections.

Oct 21, 2024

Keystone Research Center gives Pa. economy high grade

Pennsylvania’s September jobs report released by the Department of Labor & Industry earned a top mark from the commonwealth’s Keystone Research Center.

Oct 18, 2024

Pa. unemployment remains below national average; non-farm jobs reach record high

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate remains at 3.4% in September, while the total number of non-farm jobs reached a record high for the 14th straight month.

Oct 18, 2024

New Pa. program investing in workers with disabilities

L&I Secretary Nancy Walker announced that a new program to aid Pennsylvania workers with disabilities has been launched by the Department of Labor & Industry.

Sep 20, 2024

Pa. non-farm jobs reach record-high for 13th straight month

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate in August remained well below the national average while total non-farm jobs hit a record high.