Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry

National Burn Awareness Week is February 2-8. L&I is offering free webinar trainings packed with tips and strategies to help you stay safe on the job, protect yourself and others, and prevent burn injuries on and off the job. Register here: https://lnkd.in/d3FeRz6b

📢Reminder: L&I’s Unemployment Compensation (UC) office offers free video tutorials in six languages to support UC claimants who speak languages other than English. From filing a claim to understanding your benefits, the UC Language Services page has the tools you need to navigate the process with confidence. Visit L&I’s website for more information: https://lnkd.in/dRqBAZ7j

A reliable Unemployment Compensation (UC) system is a commitment to Pennsylvania workers. In 2024, L&I amped up its in-person services through UC Connect, serving more than more than 30,700 individuals at PA CareerLink® locations statewide. L&I’s UC Connect program bridges the gap for individuals facing technology or language barriers by providing personalized in-person support for filing claims, understanding benefits, and resolving issues. Need an appointment? Call 1-855-284-8545 to connect with a UC expert today.

With tax season fast-approaching, L&I is reminding individuals who received Unemployment Compensation (UC) benefits in 2024 to monitor their mailbox and online UC dashboards for the 1099-G form that is needed to file a tax return this year.  The 1099-G form details the total UC benefits you received last year, including any tax withholdings or adjustments.   Visit L&I’s 1099-G FAQ page for more information: https://lnkd.in/dXWCAHJX 

You’ve got mail 📧 Since the start of the Shapiro Administration, L&I has been delivering real results, making the Unemployment Compensation (UC) system faster and more efficient. UC claimants are now receiving email responses within 24 hours and live chat support in under two minutes.

Under Governor Shapiro’s leadership, Pennsylvania’s Unemployment Compensation (UC) system has become more accessible and efficient for Pennsylvanians. ✅ In 2024 alone, L&I’s UC Connect program served more than 27,000 individuals in person at PA CareerLink® locations. ✅75% fewer call attempts and wait times cut to 26 minutes. ✅More than 380 additional UC interviewers hired to enhance customer service. ✅New PA CareerLink® kiosks make identity verification quick and accessible. ✅Reopening claims now takes 5-15 minutes, down from an hour.

Getting Education Done: The Shapiro Administration is delivering on K-12 education and making sure students have the support they need to chart their own course. The Shapiro Administration is investing nearly $400,000 at Philadelphia Academies, Inc. and Parkway West High School to expand their Early Childhood Education Pre-Apprenticeship program, which includes a cohort of Black male students. This program is breaking barriers, empowering future leaders in education, and tackling educational and racial inequities. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dyAzUMDX

Governor Shapiro continues to Get Workplace Safety Done in Pennsylvania. Since the start of the Administration, L&I’s PA Training for Health and Safety (PATHS) program has delivered more than 1,200 trainings, reaching nearly 60,000 individuals—helping to create safer, injury- and illness-free workplaces across the state. To keep this progress going, PATHS offers a wide range of free, weekly webinars for both employers and workers. Register for upcoming webinars here: https://lnkd.in/d3FeRz6b

Running a family business? Workers’ compensation insurance is mandatory for most employers with one or more employees, even if they’re family members. Protect your loved ones and your business by making sure you’re compliant with Pennsylvania law.

ATTN: PA Employers! Did you know workers’ compensation coverage isn’t just a smart choice—it’s also the law in most cases? Most employers must provide workers’ compensation coverage. Protect your employees, your business, and your peace of mind. Learn more about how to obtain workers’ compensation insurance coverage: https://lnkd.in/dEDEwmZc