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Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry

May 1, 2026

Pa. unemployment rate remains lower than national average

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate was once again below the national average.

Apr 24, 2026

Pa. leads multi-state coalition opposing federal workforce restrictions

L&I Secretary Nancy Walker said the federal proposal would worsen workforce shortages in industries that Pennsylvania families and employers rely on.

Apr 22, 2026

Lebanon Valley Chamber hosts workforce workshop to address hiring challenges

The Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce will host state agencies for a workforce initiatives workshop.

Apr 17, 2026

Pa. unemployment drops, national rate rises

As the national unemployment rate rises, Pennsylvania’s rate fell.

Apr 14, 2026

Central Pa. receiving workforce funding

Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy Walker announced.an investment from the Shapiro Administration to build a stronger workforce.

Apr 3, 2026

Pa. unemployment rate decreases, nonfarm jobs reach record high

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate decreased one-tenth of a percentage point to 4.3% and nonfarm jobs set a record high, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry reported.

Mar 17, 2026

Shapiro Admin launches first state registered Multimedia Producer Apprenticeship

The Shapiro Administration is expanding apprenticeship opportunities for young adults in the creative industries sector. 

Mar 4, 2026

Shapiro Admin invests over $4M to expand career pathways

L&I Secretary Nancy Walker announced the Shapiro Administration’s investment in grant awards to prepare high school students for a career and path to employment.

Jan 23, 2026

Pa. unemployment rate remains below U.S. average

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate of 4.2% in December was unchanged and remains below the U.S. average.

Jan 8, 2026

Pa. unemployment rate remains below national average

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate remained at or below the national average for the 30th straight month.

Dec 11, 2025

Pa. unemployment remains below national average

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate was 4.1% in September, below the national average.

Sep 19, 2025

Pa. unemployment remains 4%; U.S. rate rises

While the U.S. unemployment rate rose in August to 4.3%, Pennsylvania’s rate remains at or below the national average.