Wage and Hour Division (WHD)

The EMPLEO program has helped us recover more than $15 million in back wages for thousands of workers – and it’s more important than ever.

Breastfeeding while working can be challenging. Fortunately, the PUMP Act has expanded workplace protections for many more working parents. We're working hard to educate workers and employers about these rights.

Administrative Specialist Paula Comer, a Schedule A employee, supports a team that makes sure workers can exercise their rights under federal labor law.

When Poleth complained about frequently late paychecks, her employer fired her. She reached out to the Wage and Hour Division and got back wages, support and hope for the future.

As we reflect on Black History Month, I draw inspiration from the stories of leaders who helped to improve working conditions for Black workers.

These workers stood up for their rights in the face of wage theft.

The low-wage workers who make the Super Bowl possible are often at risk of wage theft, labor trafficking, illegal child labor and other labor violations. We work hard to protect workers in low-wage industries, and we’re staying vigilant in Las Vegas as the Super Bowl approaches.

When we work to prevent and combat human trafficking, we build a fairer economy and help make workplaces better for everyone, everywhere.

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness and amplify collaborative efforts to end human trafficking across the nation and support victims.

The holiday season is a great time to recognize the workers throughout the supply chain who make our holiday celebrations possible.