Our Mission
The Wage and Hour Division mission is to promote and achieve compliance with labor standards to protect and enhance the welfare of the nation's workforce.
Spotlight on WHD
We showcase important updates, resources, and stories that highlight our work across programs and initiatives. These spotlights make it easy to explore timely content and see how it connects to workers, employers, and the public.
Read Our Latest Press Release
Stay informed with our latest announcements, media updates, and press releases.
November 5, 2025
US Department of Labor welcomes senior Trump Administration appointees
October 16, 2025
Understand Our Policy & Governance
Clear rules keep our work open, fair, and accountable. That way, we can focus on national labor goals for workers and the public.
Discover Our Programs & Initiatives
Explore our ongoing programs that support individuals and communities, and discover initiatives designed to tackle new opportunities and challenges in the workplace.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
The FMLA provides eligible employees unpaid, job-protected leave for family and medical reasons, with continued health insurance coverage.
Request an Opinion Letter
Get official guidance or request an opinion letter to understand how labor laws apply to your workplace.
Compliance Assistance
Find tools, fact sheets, posters, and guidance to help you comply with federal labor laws.
Access Our Data
Fiscal Year Data for WHD
Forging the Future: A Year of Progress Focused on the American Workforce
Wage and Hour Division Compliance Action Data
Access Forms
Access Posters
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Minimum Wage Poster
Family and Medical Leave Act
Employee Polygraph Protection Act
Meet Our Leaders
Contact Us
Notifications
Some offices may have limited hours for in-person visits, please contact your local office to learn more. You can also contact us by email by visiting WHD online at Contact the Wage and Hour Division (WHD).
Starting on February 13, 2022, TTY and VRS toll-free numbers will no longer be valid. If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.
General Info
Phone: +1 (866) 487-9243
Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. local time. Hours vary by region.
*If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.
Wage and Hour Division
200 Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20210
