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May 3, 2021
Labor Standards Division public notice of proposed changes
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Wyoming Labor Standards Division isproposing updates on Chapter 12 – Preference for Wyoming […]
Apr 30, 2021
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance expands
CHEYENNE – The U.S. Department of Labor has released guidance that has expanded Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) eligibility. Three new […]
Apr 27, 2021
Wyoming Workforce Services observes Workers Memorial Day
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) announced today that it will be joining national efforts to increase […]
Apr 24, 2021
Wyoming residents have received more than $42 million in Unemployment Insurance aid during pandemic
CHEYENNE – Since the coronavirus pandemic began in Wyoming, workers in the state have received more than $42 million in […]
Apr 19, 2021
UI benefits to Wyoming workers approach $500 million as state reaches anniversary of first CARES Act payments
CHEYENNE – One year ago, the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) began distributing payments to Unemployment Insurance (UI) claimants […]
Apr 8, 2021
DWS, WWDC host U.S. Department of Labor webinar to clarify youth labor laws for Wyoming employers
CHEYENNE – With summer approaching, many young people will be looking for employment opportunities.The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services, in […]
Apr 6, 2021
Schedule for the 2021 Foreman/Examiner Certification Testing
Green River, Wyoming When: Wednesday, May 5, 2021 When: Thursday, May 6, 2021 Where: Western Wyoming Community College, Green River […]
Apr 6, 2021
Mining Council Second Quarterly Meeting to be held May 18
The Wyoming Mining Council will hold their second quarter meeting on Tuesday, May 18th at 4:30 PM. Meeting will be […]
Apr 2, 2021
COVID-19 workplace resources (latest update)
Click below to read the PDF of OSHA COVID-19 Resources, last updated 4/1/2021.
Mar 30, 2021
Workforce Development Council launches new website
CHEYENNE – Today, the Wyoming Workforce Development Council (WWDC) announced the launch of its new website showcasing important Council initiatives […]