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L&I

May 1, 2026

Pa. unemployment rate remains lower than national average

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

Apr 17, 2026

Pa. unemployment drops, national rate rises

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

Apr 14, 2026

Lehigh Valley receiving workforce funding

Lehigh Valley counties are receiving an investment from the Shapiro Administration to strengthen the area’s workforce.

Dec 11, 2025

Pa. unemployment remains below national average

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

Nov 4, 2025

Pa. L&I leads multi-state effort opposing proposed federal rollback of workplace safety protections

Secretary Nancy Walker and the Dept. of Labor and Industry are leading a multi-state coalition opposing a proposed federal rollback of workplace safety protections.

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.

Apr 28, 2025

Shapiro Administration launches program to aid Pa. workforce

Shapiro Administration launches pilot program for on-the-spot birth certificates. Program helps Pennsylvanians quickly access documents for jobs and housing. Service debuted at PA CareerLink Lancaster County, with expansion planned. Departments […]

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

Lehigh Valley receiving investments for Schools-to-Work Programs

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 14, 2025

Pa. unemployment rises slightly but remains well below national average

Pennsylvania's nonfarm jobs reached a record high for the ninth consecutive month.

Jan 30, 2025

PA CareerLink Awareness events connect Pennsylvanians with jobs

Employers across the state have been connected with job seekers through the PA CareerLink Awareness Days initiative.

Jan 21, 2025

Lehigh Valley receiving investments to help veterans find place in workforce

Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy Walker announced an investment of $592,000 in grants as part of the Veterans Employment Program.