Department of Labor (US)

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is a federal agency responsible for overseeing and enforcing laws related to workers' rights, workplace safety, wages, and employment standards. Its goal is to promote fair and safe working conditions, support job training and development, and ensure businesses comply with legal requirements. The DOL also administers programs like unemployment insurance and manages agencies such as OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and the Wage and Hour Division. Essentially, it works to protect workers' interests and ensure a fair and safe labor market across the United States.