Protecting Fair Workplaces in Wyoming
Labor Standards ensures Wyoming workplaces follow labor laws by protecting workers, supporting employers, and resolving workplace issues fairly and efficiently.
What We Do
Labor Standards enforces state labor laws and provides guidance to help both workers and employers understand their rights and responsibilities. We:
- Investigate and resolve wage claims and discrimination complaints
- Provide information and referrals on workplace issues
- Support compliance with labor laws across Wyoming
- Monitor and enforce youth employment laws
- Oversee public works requirements, including prevailing wage and Wyoming labor preference
- Issue Certificates of Residency for contractors
- License employment referral businesses
Who We Serve
Labor Standards works with individuals and businesses across Wyoming, including:
- Employees with questions about wages, discrimination, or workplace rights
- Employers seeking guidance on labor laws and compliance
- Contractors and businesses working on public projects
- Minors (ages 14–17) and their families
- Employment referral and staffing businesses
When to Contact Labor Standards
You may need our services if you:
- Are owed unpaid wages for work performed in Wyoming
- Believe you have experienced employment discrimination
- Need guidance on pay, benefits, or employment decisions
- Employ or are a minor (ages 14–17)
- Are involved in a public works project with wage or residency requirements
- Need a Certificate of Residency for contracting
- Operate an employment referral business
Services Provided
Labor Standards offers:
- Complaint processing and investigation
- Wage and discrimination determinations
- Dispute resolution and mediation
- Administrative decisions
- Compliance and enforcement
- Information requests and referrals
- Prevailing wage surveys
- Contractor certification and business licensing
Cost of Services
Most services are free. Nominal fees apply to:
- Contractor Certificates of Residency
- Licensing for employment referral businesses
Get Help
If you have a question or need assistance, Labor Standards is here to help.