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.

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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.

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Understand Our Policy & Regulations

Clear rules keep our work open, fair, and accountable. That way, we can focus on national labor goals for workers and the public.

Family and Medical Leave Act
Wages and the Fair Labor Standards Act
Administered Immigration Programs
State Minimum Wage Laws
State Labor Laws
Government Contract Compliance
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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.

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Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID)
WHD's Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program helps employers resolve potential FLSA minimum wage and overtime violations, and certain potential FMLA violations.
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Access Our Research & Data

We provide reliable research and data to inform decisions, shape policy, and improve understanding of the labor force. Our resources are designed to be accessible, transparent, and useful for workers, employers, and policymakers alike.

Fiscal Year Data for WHD

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WHD Enforcement Statistics: All Acts

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Wage and Hour Division Compliance Action Data

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Fact Sheets

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Tools & Calculators

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Labor Statistics & Trends

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Access Posters

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Minimum Wage Poster
Download the Wage and Hour Division’s "Employee Rights Under the FLSA" poster and find federal posting requirements, multilingual downloads, fact sheets, and compliance resources.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Official FMLA workplace poster download
Employee Polygraph Protection Act
Employee Polygraph Protection Act poster and information about employee rights, employer prohibitions, exceptions, and filing complaints.
Davis-Bacon Poster (Government Construction)
Official DBRA poster page — downloadable poster and guidance on prevailing wage rules, contractor obligations, and employee rights for federal construction contracts.
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Meet Our Leaders

Andy Rogers

Wage and Hour Division Administrator

Andrew Rogers

Michael Kravitz

Deputy Administrator

Michael Kravitz

Dieera Fitzgerald

Deputy Administrator

Dieera Fitzgerald

Dana M. Deason

Chief of Staff

Dana M. Deason

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Contact Us

Phone: +1 (866) 487-9243
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Address:
Wage and Hour Division
200 Constitution Ave NW

Washington, DC 20210

How to File a Complaint

Submit a confidential complaint about wage, hour, or workplace violations.
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Visit your local WHD Offices

Offices may have limited hours; contact your local office.
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Need Help?

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.
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