A broad group including policymakers, government officials, nonprofit leaders, researchers, and advocacy organizations. These individuals use DOL data and policies to inform legislation, reports, programs, and advocacy efforts.
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Researchers & Academics
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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
Policymakers & Government Officials
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Engage with the Monitor Advocate System
Legal & Human Resources Professionals
Clarify Rights and Obligations
Access Employer Labor Relations Guidance
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Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP)
Research publications and policy papers on disability employment.
Women’s Bureau Research & Reports
Data and studies focused on women’s workforce participation and equity.
International Labor Affairs Bureau (ILAB)
Reports and toolkits on global labor standards and trafficking.
Wage and Hour Division (WHD) Compliance Assistance
Provides legal guidance, complaint channels, and outreach tools to help advocates support workers' rights related to pay, leave, and protections against retaliation.
Employment and Training Administration (ETA) Workforce Programs
Supports workforce innovation, reentry, dislocated worker aid, and apprenticeship efforts—critical for advocates shaping policy or delivering community services.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), most private-sector employees have the right to organize, form or join a union, bargain collectively, and engage in protected concerted activities like discussing workplace conditions or striking over safety concerns.
Protected concerted activity includes joint efforts by workers to improve pay, benefits, safety, or working conditions—such as circulating petitions, discussing terms of employment, or participating in a walkout.
Violations related to wages, hours, or leave can be reported to the Wage and Hour Division (WHD). Reports can be filed confidentially and are supported by multilingual assistance.
Yes. Advocates can submit requests to the Wage and Hour Division for opinion letters, which provide official interpretations of how specific laws apply to particular scenarios.
The rule strengthens protections for temporary agricultural workers, including disclosure of job terms, safe housing and transport, anti-retaliation safeguards, and document security.