New & Noteworthy Updates

This year’s NDEAM theme will be "Celebrating Value and Talent," carrying the spirit of last year's celebration forward through 2026 in honor of America's 250th birthday. We will recognize the skills and contributions Americans with disabilities...

Each September, the United States observes National Recovery Month, a time to recognize the importance of supporting individuals on their path to recovery from substance use disorders and to raise awareness of the resources available to support...

National Adult Education and Family Literacy (AEFL) Week, September 13–19, 2026, raises public awareness about the need for and value of adult education and family literacy. Its goal is to increase financial and societal support for access to...

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of $6 million in funding for the Brownfields Job Training Grants to support environmental workforce development in communities affected by brownfields and other...

National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is an annual nationwide celebration designed for employers, educators, state agencies, and labor organizations to demonstrate the impact of Registered Apprenticeship on American career pathways and economic...

The U.S. Department of Labor, in collaboration with the State of Arkansas, launched the American Manufacturing Apprenticeship Incentive Fund (AMAIF) to expand access to high-quality Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs). This $35.8 million...

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) announces the availability of Stand Down grants to support one-day or multi-day events that provide services to veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) is observed annually on the first Friday in October and recognized throughout the month. Organized by the Manufacturing Institute and the National Association of Manufacturers, MFG Day underscores the role of...

Opinion letters are official responses from various agencies within the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to specific questions about how federal labor laws apply in real-life workplace scenarios. These letters provide practical guidance on topics...