Illinois Department of Labor
Recent News About Illinois Department of Labor
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Illinois launches online firefighter safety course
The Illinois Department of Labor's Division of Occupational Safety and Health (IL OSHA), in collaboration with the Illinois Fire Service Institute (IFSI), has introduced a new online training course called "Defenses for Firefighters."
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Illinois Department of Labor releases 2025 prevailing wage rates
The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has announced the release of the 2025 prevailing wage rates for construction trades across all counties in Illinois.
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IDOL recovers unpaid wages and penalties from contractor
The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has successfully recovered over $85,000 in unpaid wages for 17 workers who were employed on a construction project in Saline County.
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Partnership enhances casino construction site safety in Joliet
The Illinois Department of Labor's On-Site Safety and Health Consultation Program, in collaboration with the Chicago South Area Office of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Pepper Construction Company, and the Mid-America...
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Illinois recovers $483K for unpaid public construction workers
The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has announced the resolution of several complaints regarding unpaid wages, resulting in the distribution of over $483,000 to affected workers.
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Illinois develops guideline for firefighter safety in collaboration with various agencies
The Illinois Department of Labor's Division of Occupational Safety and Health (IL OSHA) has collaborated with the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal, Illinois Fire Service Institute, Illinois Fire Chiefs Association, and Mutual Aid Box...
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Illinois labor department releases report on worker drowning incident
The Illinois Department of Labor's Division of Occupational Safety and Health (IL OSHA) has released an educational report following the investigation into the drowning of a public works employee.
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Illinois Department of Labor marks five years of online certified payroll collection
The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is approaching a significant milestone, marking five years since it began the online collection of certified payrolls from contractors involved in public works projects.
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Illinois Department of Labor launches unit to expedite claim resolutions
The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has announced the establishment of a new Informal Resolution and Mediation Unit.
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New protections for Illinois workers start January 2025
The new year will bring changes to Illinois workplaces with the implementation of new protections starting January 1, 2025.
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Illinois mandates employer-provided pay stubs starting January 2025
Starting January 1, 2025, Illinois employers will be mandated to provide pay stubs to employees with each pay period.
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Illinois minimum wage rises to $15 per hour starting January
The minimum wage in Illinois is set to increase on January 1, 2025.
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Pay transparency law requires salary details on job postings from January
The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has issued a reminder that starting January 1, 2025, employers with 15 or more employees must include pay scale and benefit information in all job postings.
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Illinois seeks recovery for laid-off workers' wages after abrupt business closures
The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is actively working to recover over $3.8 million in back wages and benefits for more than 350 workers who were laid off unexpectedly after their employers closed operations.
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Illinois launches tool for workers to claim unpaid wages
Illinois workers now have an additional resource to claim unpaid wages and penalties, thanks to a collaboration between State Treasurer Michael Frerichs and the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL).
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IDOL settles with trampoline park operator over safety violations
The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has reached a settlement with Elevate Trampoline Park to address safety concerns and enhance facilities at its locations in Milan, East Peoria, and Peoria.
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Diamond Envelope Corp achieves prestigious SHARP status for workplace safety
Diamond Envelope Corporation, based in Aurora, Illinois, has been recognized with the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) status by the Illinois Department of Labor's On-Site Safety and Health Consultation Program.
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Illinois labor department reminds employers about new salary transparency law
The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has issued a reminder to employers and job seekers about the upcoming salary transparency law.
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Illinois mandates local hiring for public works amid rising unemployment
The Employment of Illinois Workers on Public Works Act is now in effect, following two consecutive months where the state's unemployment rate exceeded 5%.
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Illinois emphasizes farm safety during fall harvest season
Governor JB Pritzker has declared September 15-21 as Farm Safety and Health Week in Illinois, with the theme "Don't Learn Safety by Accident."