@MD_Labor

Protecting and empowering Marylanders in workforce development, consumer advocacy, occupational licensing, worker safety, and unemployment protections.

 State of Maryland
labor.maryland.gov
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It's time to prepare for the 2025 federal tax season! Join us Tuesday, Nov. 4th, 2–3:15 p.m., for a FREE information-packed online session with the Internal Revenue Service. Get the answers you need before filing. Register now: tinyurl.com/FedTaxes2025
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Determination pays off! Join us in congratulating this year's grads from training programs in auto technology, computer-aided drafting, and graphic arts at Eastern Correctional Institution. Learn more about second chances and correctional ed programs at labor.maryland.gov/ce
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Data drives our work! We shared key insights into Maryland's healthcare workforce at the @MarylandNursing Workforce Symposium, including the growing demand for RNs and Nurse Practitioners through 2033. Thanks to nurses, who play a critical role in our communities!
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Last week, Sec. Wu toured an Amazon distribution center. 6,500 seasonal job openings are now available across Maryland!
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Meet Abygail. When her federal contracting role ended, she tapped into free workshops, coaching, and resources that helped her launch her own consulting firm. Now, she's thriving on her own terms. You can connect with those same resources at labor.maryland.gov/poac/
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Maryland is preparing the next generation of cyber professionals! Sec. Wu visited @pgccnews to check out their new cyber clinic. This program provides real-world, hands-on experience for students and offers affordable cybersecurity help to local non-profits and small businesses.
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Join us tomorrow for a free webinar to prepare for the 2025 Maryland tax season! Learn how to access forms, visit free tax clinics, and more. Register now: ow.ly/3uAu50Xgn7n
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Maryland is launching an eyelash extension tech license. "We are supporting consumers by ensuring that a growing industry adheres to safety standards, while also offering a clear and affordable pathway for technicians to advance their careers.” —Sec. Wu ow.ly/vsu150XfPva
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📣 Maryland’s Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program is taking shape and your voice matters. The comment period for regulations is open through Nov 17. Visit paidleave.maryland.gov/stake… to review the proposed regulations. Send your comments to [email protected].
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Sec. Wu joined @GovWesMoore at a Howard County resource fair for federal workers last Friday. State government and local communities are coming together to help residents through this turbulent time. Resources for impacted workers are on our site: labor.maryland.gov/federalwo…
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Maryland is making sure educational opportunities align with the jobs of tomorrow! Asst. Secretary Erin Roth joined leaders at the inaugural Carroll Catalyst Exec. Leadership Summit to discuss strategies for preparing the future workforce. Read more: ow.ly/nS8T50Xcy5C
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ICYMI, the Mobilize Montgomery Federal Workforce Career Center is live! Deputy Sec. Jason Perkins-Cohen joined @worksourcemd to showcase the high-impact services the center will provide: personalized career coaching, resume support, job placement, entrepreneurship guidance.
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We're excited to join @GovWesMoore and @marylanddot in announcing $4M in funding for Road to Careers! This program invests in Marylanders by providing crucial support in training for transportation and construction careers. Read the full announcement: ow.ly/Xnrj50XbRH5
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Huge thanks to MD Labor's Maryland Racing Commission team! Their oversight ensured a successful and safe Maryland Million on Saturday. We're proud of the work they do behind the scenes to support this vital part of the state's heritage and economy.
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Future tech leaders now loading! We joined @MDMHEC and @codepath at @BowieState to launch accelerated pathways for students to get into cyber and AI careers. Read the full announcement: ow.ly/Fpwo50XbjAZ
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HSE/GED Rule Update! New COMAR regulations are opening more doors for students to earn a diploma. Join our FREE webinar on Thurs, Oct 16, for a clear breakdown of the new rules and implementation strategies. (This is the first in a series!) Register now: ow.ly/LrKN50X9rxM
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Congrats to these two apprenticeship graduates! Noah completed his youth apprenticeship and Mario completed his registered apprenticeship through a program at Dynamic Automotive. Learn how to start your own apprenticeship as a jobseeker or employer: ow.ly/M1wP50X8BLm
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Our Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Division is hiring! We are looking for dedicated professionals to join our Public Engagement and Digital Service teams. If you are committed to public service, we encourage you to apply: ow.ly/sHEu50X81fs
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Are you a former federal employee or contractor preparing for your next career move? Gain insight into the private sector & strengthen your job search strategy at our FREE weekly workshop. To register, email: [email protected] Learn more: ow.ly/vyMU50X7lXw
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Important update for Maryland's federal workers: Our Federal Shutdown Loan Program is now open. If you are an "excepted" federal employee in Maryland, working through the shutdown without pay, you may be eligible for a no-interest $700 loan. Apply at mdol.submittable.com/submit.
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ALT A graphic that states: Maryland's Federal Shutdown Loan Program. Now accepting applications. $700 Loan, zero-interest loan with repayment due 45 days after the shutdown ends. Who can apply? Current federal employees who are Maryland residents and designated as "excepted" during the shutdown (also called "essential"). To the right of the graphic is a photo of two people looking at a document on a desk. At the bottom of the graphic is the Maryland Department of Labor logo.

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