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1. Shard Calculation

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Calculated Shard: 17 (from laksa012)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa017.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://dol.georgia.gov/employment-laws-and-rules\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://dol.georgia.gov/employment-laws-and-rules\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

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Department of Labor (USDOL)\n.\nChild Labor\nFederal and state laws regulating employment restrictions for minors.\nUSDOL Youth and Labor Overview\nUSDOL Employment Law Guide - Child Labor\nState of Georgia \nChild Labor\n information, requirements, and forms.\nCOBRA (Health Coverage)\nThe Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) establishes group health plans for workers who lose health benefits.\nUSDOL Continuation of Health Coverage and COBRA Overview\nCOBRA FAQs\nDisability\nLaws that prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).\nUSDOL ADA Overview\n, including the act.\nUSDOL Employment Laws: Disability & Discrimination\nJob Accommodations\nEmployment Service\nThe Wagner-Peyser Act created a nationwide system that provides job seeker and employer labor exchange services.\nWagner-Peyser Act\nEqual Employment\nFederal laws prohibiting job discrimination.\nU. S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)\nEEOC Laws, Regulations & Guidance\nUSDOL Equal Employment Opportunity Overview\nCivil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII\nAmericans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Titles I and V\nFair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)\nThe Act that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, record keeping, and child labor standards.\nUSDOL Handy Reference Guide to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)\nUSDOL Fact Sheets\n, including amendments, exemptions, and different industry standards.\nFLSA elaws - \"What FLSA Requires\"\nUSDOL Employment Law Guide - Minimum Wage and Overtime Pay\nFamily and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)\nThe Act that grants eligible employees unpaid leave for specific family situations.\nUSDOL FMLA Overview\n, including the law, regulations, and FAQs.\nGeorgia Employment Related Laws\nLaws, regulations, and information specific to Georgia employers and workers.\nGDOL Rules\nincluding those for unemployment insurance.\nState of Georgia\nChild Labor\ninformation, requirements, and forms.\nGeorgia New Hire Reporting\n, including information about online reporting and other options.\nGeorgia Code\nImmigration and Nationality Act (INA)\nThe Act that sets forth the conditions for the temporary employment of foreign workers (aliens) in the United States.\nUSDOL INA Overview\n, including the law, regulations, and compliance assistance information.\nLaws and Regulations Enforced by USDOL\nIncludes: Workplace Safety and Health, Wages and Work Hours, Equal Employment Opportunity, Agricultural Workers, Foreign Workers, Veterans' Protections, Government Contracts, Retirement and Health Benefits, Whistleblower Protections.\nSummary of the Major Laws of the USDOL\nUSDOL Employment Law Guide\nelaws Advisors\n - Employment Laws Assistance for Workers and Small Business\nelaws - FirstStep Employment Law Advisor\nMigrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA)\nThe Act that protects migrant and seasonal agricultural workers.\nMSPA\n, including the law, regulations, and compliance assistance information.\nUSDOL Employment Law Guide - MSPA\n, including who is covered, provisions, and sanctions.\nNew Hire Reporting\nFederal and state laws require employers to report newly hired and rehired employees.\nGeorgia New Hire Reporting\n, including information about online reporting and other options.\nUnemployment Insurance (UI)\nThis federal-state program provides temporary benefit payments to workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own and meet other eligibility requirements.\nUSDOL State UI Benefits Overview\nUSDOL UI Tax Overview\nFederal-State Partnership Laws and Agreements\nGDOL Rules\nincluding those for unemployment insurance\nGeorgia Code\nWhistleblower Protection\nProtection from discrimination for workers who exercise safety and health rights enforced by USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).\nUSDOL Employment Law Guide - Whistleblower Protection Provisions\nWorker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN)\nThe Act that requires certain employers to provide 60 days advance notice of company closings and mass layoffs.\nWARN Act Compliance Assistance Materials\nWorker Eligibility Verification (New) \nSection 2 of the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act of 2006 (Act 457) requires public employers, their contractors and subcontractors to verify the work eligibility of all newly hired employees through an electronic federal work authorization program. The new requirements become effective on July 1, 2007\nGeorgia Security & Immigration Compliance Act\nWorkforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)\nEnacted on July 22, 2014, this law supersedes the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). The WIOA amends the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, the Wagner-Peyser Act, and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. WIOA authorizes the Job Corps, YouthBuild, Indian and Native Americans, and Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker programs, in addition to the core programs.\nUSDOL WIOA Resources\nWorkplace Safety and Health\nUSDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) works to prevent injuries and protect the health of workers.\nUSDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)\n, including the laws, regulations, and services.\nUSDOL Employment Law Guide - Occupational Safety and Health","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to main content](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employment-laws-and-rules#main-content)\n\nAn official website of the State of Georgia. How you know\n\nThe .gov means it’s official.\n\nLocal, state, and federal government websites often end in .gov. State of Georgia government websites and email systems use “georgia.gov” or “ga.gov” at the end of the address. Before sharing sensitive or personal information, make sure you’re on an official state website.\n\nStill not sure?\n\nCall [1-800-GEORGIA](tel:18004367442) to verify that a website is an official website of the State of Georgia.\n\n[Georgia Department *of* Labor](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/ \"Georgia Department of Labor\")\n\nSearch\n\nClose\n\nMenu\n\n## Main navigation\n## Search this site\n### Popular searches\n- [Mission Statement](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employment-laws-and-rules)\n- [Organization of the office](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employment-laws-and-rules)\n- [History](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employment-laws-and-rules)\n- [Meeting Requests](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employment-laws-and-rules)\n- [Key Staff](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employment-laws-and-rules)\n- [Duties of the Office](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employment-laws-and-rules)\n- [Event Requests](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employment-laws-and-rules)\n- [Contact](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employment-laws-and-rules)\n\n- [Individuals](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/individuals)\n  Subnavigation toggle for Individuals\n  - [Job Search Assistance](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/individuals\/job-search-assistance)\n  - [Unemployment Benefits](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/individuals\/unemployment-benefits)\n  - [Specialized Services for Individuals](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/individuals\/specialized-services-individuals)\n  - [Youth](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/individuals\/youth-specialized-services)\n  - [FAQs for Individuals](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/faqs-individuals)\n  - [ID.me](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/blog-post\/idme)\n- [Employers](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employers)\n  Subnavigation toggle for Employers\n  - [Employer Portal](https:\/\/www.dol.state.ga.us\/public\/uitax\/emplportal\/login)\n  - [Recruitment Services](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employers\/recruitment-services)\n  - [Taxes & Unemployment Insurance Claims](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employers\/taxes-unemployment-insurance-claims)\n  - [Specialized Services for Employers](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employers\/specialized-services-employers)\n  - [Child Labor](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employers\/child-labor-and-minors-entertainment)\n  - [FAQs for Employers](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/faqs-employers)\n- [Online Services](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/online-services)\n- [Forms and Publications](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/documents)\n- [Laws and Rules](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/laws-and-rules)\n  Subnavigation toggle for Laws and Rules\n  - [GDOL Required Workplace Posters](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/laws-and-rules\/gdol-required-workplace-posters)\n  - [GDOL Rules](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/laws-and-rules\/gdol-rules)\n  - [Employment Issue](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/laws-and-rules\/obtain-information-about-employment-issue)\n- [Contact Us](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/contact-us)\n  Subnavigation toggle for Contact Us\n  - [Unemployment Fraud Information](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/contact-us\/unemployment-fraud-information)\n  - [Find a Career Center](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/locations\/career-center)\n  - [Service Directory](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/contact-us\/gdol-service-directory)\n  - [Email Us](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/email-us)\n  - [About Us](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/organization\/department-labor)\n  - [Service of Process](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/contact-us\/service-process)\n\n[English](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/employment-laws-and-rules)\n\n[Organizations](https:\/\/georgia.gov\/state-organizations)\n\nHeader Utility Narrow\n\n[Now Available: IRS Form 1099-G Read More](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/blog-post\/2026-01-22\/now-available-irs-form-1099-g)\n\n[Limited Government Shutdown Read More](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/blog-post\/2026-01-31\/limited-government-shutdown)\n\n[Career Center Relocation: DeKalb Read More](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/blog-post\/2026-03-18\/career-center-relocation-dekalb)\n\n[State Holiday Closure Read More](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/blog-post\/2026-04-02\/state-holiday-closure)\n\n## Breadcrumb\n- [Home](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/)\n- Employment Laws and Rules\n\n# Employment Laws and Rules\n## Employment Laws and Rules\nLink to a variety of federal and state employment-related laws, including those administered by the [U. S. Department of Labor (USDOL)](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/).\n\n### Child Labor\nFederal and state laws regulating employment restrictions for minors.\n\n- [USDOL Youth and Labor Overview](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/general\/topic\/youthlabor)\n- [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Child Labor](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/elg\/childlbr.htm)\n- State of Georgia [Child Labor](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/get-information-about-child-labor) information, requirements, and forms.\n### COBRA (Health Coverage)\nThe Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) establishes group health plans for workers who lose health benefits.\n\n- [USDOL Continuation of Health Coverage and COBRA Overview](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/dol\/topic\/health-plans\/cobra.htm)\n- [COBRA FAQs](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/sites\/dolgov\/files\/ebsa\/about-ebsa\/our-activities\/resource-center\/faqs\/cobra-continuation-health-coverage-consumer.pdf)\n### Disability\nLaws that prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).\n\n- [USDOL ADA Overview](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/agencies\/odep\/ada), including the act.\n- [USDOL Employment Laws: Disability & Discrimination](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/odep\/pubs\/fact\/laws.htm)\n- [Job Accommodations](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/agencies\/odep\/program-areas\/employers\/accommodations)\n### Employment Service\nThe Wagner-Peyser Act created a nationwide system that provides job seeker and employer labor exchange services.\n\n- [Wagner-Peyser Act](http:\/\/www.doleta.gov\/programs\/wagner_peyser.cfm)\n### Equal Employment\nFederal laws prohibiting job discrimination.\n\n- [U. S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)](http:\/\/www.eeoc.gov\/)\n- [EEOC Laws, Regulations & Guidance](https:\/\/www.eeoc.gov\/laws-guidance-0)\n- [USDOL Equal Employment Opportunity Overview](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/general\/topic\/discrimination)\n- [Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII](http:\/\/www.eeoc.gov\/laws\/statutes\/titlevii.cfm)\n- [Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Titles I and V](http:\/\/www.eeoc.gov\/laws\/statutes\/ada.cfm)\n### Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)\nThe Act that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, record keeping, and child labor standards.\n\n- [USDOL Handy Reference Guide to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/whd\/regs\/compliance\/hrg.htm)\n- [USDOL Fact Sheets](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/whd\/fact-sheets-index.htm), including amendments, exemptions, and different industry standards.\n- [FLSA elaws - \"What FLSA Requires\"](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/whd\/flsa\/screen5.asp)\n- [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Minimum Wage and Overtime Pay](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/elg\/minwage.htm)\n### Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)\nThe Act that grants eligible employees unpaid leave for specific family situations.\n\n- [USDOL FMLA Overview](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/whd\/fmla), including the law, regulations, and FAQs.\n### Georgia Employment Related Laws\nLaws, regulations, and information specific to Georgia employers and workers.\n\n- [GDOL Rules](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/gdol-rules) including those for unemployment insurance.\n- State of Georgia [Child Labor](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/get-information-about-child-labor) information, requirements, and forms.\n- [Georgia New Hire Reporting](https:\/\/ga-newhire.com\/), including information about online reporting and other options.\n- [Georgia Code](http:\/\/www.lexisnexis.com\/hottopics\/gacode\/default.asp)\n### Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)\nThe Act that sets forth the conditions for the temporary employment of foreign workers (aliens) in the United States.\n\n- [USDOL INA Overview](https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/legal-resources\/immigration-and-nationality-act), including the law, regulations, and compliance assistance information.\n### Laws and Regulations Enforced by USDOL\nIncludes: Workplace Safety and Health, Wages and Work Hours, Equal Employment Opportunity, Agricultural Workers, Foreign Workers, Veterans' Protections, Government Contracts, Retirement and Health Benefits, Whistleblower Protections.\n\n- [Summary of the Major Laws of the USDOL](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/general\/aboutdol\/majorlaws)\n- [USDOL Employment Law Guide](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/elg)\n- [elaws Advisors](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws) - Employment Laws Assistance for Workers and Small Business\n- [elaws - FirstStep Employment Law Advisor](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/firststep)\n### Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA)\nThe Act that protects migrant and seasonal agricultural workers.\n\n- [MSPA](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/agencies\/whd\/agriculture\/mspa), including the law, regulations, and compliance assistance information.\n- [USDOL Employment Law Guide - MSPA](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/elg\/mspa.htm), including who is covered, provisions, and sanctions.\n### New Hire Reporting\nFederal and state laws require employers to report newly hired and rehired employees.\n\n- [Georgia New Hire Reporting](https:\/\/ga-newhire.com\/), including information about online reporting and other options.\n### Unemployment Insurance (UI)\nThis federal-state program provides temporary benefit payments to workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own and meet other eligibility requirements.\n\n- [USDOL State UI Benefits Overview](http:\/\/www.workforcesecurity.doleta.gov\/unemploy\/uifactsheet.asp)\n- [USDOL UI Tax Overview](http:\/\/www.workforcesecurity.doleta.gov\/uitaxtopic.asp)\n- [Federal-State Partnership Laws and Agreements](http:\/\/www.workforcesecurity.doleta.gov\/unemploy\/laws.asp)\n- [GDOL Rules](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/gdol-rules) including those for unemployment insurance\n- [Georgia Code](http:\/\/www.lexisnexis.com\/hottopics\/gacode\/default.asp)\n### Whistleblower Protection\nProtection from discrimination for workers who exercise safety and health rights enforced by USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).\n\n- [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Whistleblower Protection Provisions](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/elg\/whistle.htm)\n### Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN)\nThe Act that requires certain employers to provide 60 days advance notice of company closings and mass layoffs.\n\n- [WARN Act Compliance Assistance Materials](https:\/\/www.doleta.gov\/layoff\/warn.cfm)\n### Worker Eligibility Verification (New)\nSection 2 of the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act of 2006 (Act 457) requires public employers, their contractors and subcontractors to verify the work eligibility of all newly hired employees through an electronic federal work authorization program. The new requirements become effective on July 1, 2007\n\n- [Georgia Security & Immigration Compliance Act](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/georgia-security-immigration-compliance-act)\n### Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)\nEnacted on July 22, 2014, this law supersedes the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). The WIOA amends the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, the Wagner-Peyser Act, and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. WIOA authorizes the Job Corps, YouthBuild, Indian and Native Americans, and Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker programs, in addition to the core programs.\n\n- [USDOL WIOA Resources](https:\/\/www.doleta.gov\/WIOA\/eta_default.cfm)\n### Workplace Safety and Health\nUSDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) works to prevent injuries and protect the health of workers.\n\n- [USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)](http:\/\/www.osha.gov\/), including the laws, regulations, and services.\n- [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Occupational Safety and Health](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/elg\/osha.htm)\n\n[Georgia Department *of* Labor](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/ \"Georgia Department of Labor\")\n\n- [Facebook page for Georgia Department of Labor](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/GeorgiaDOL \"Facebook page for Georgia Department of Labor\")\n- [X (Twitter) page for Georgia Department of Labor](https:\/\/x.com\/GeorgiaDOL \"X (Twitter) page for Georgia Department of Labor\")\n- [Linkedin page for Georgia Department of Labor](https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/georgia-department-of-labor \"Linkedin page for Georgia Department of Labor\")\n- [YouTube page for Georgia Department of Labor](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/GeorgiaDOL \"YouTube page for Georgia Department of Labor\")\n\n## How can we help?\n- ### Send us a message\n  [Contact us](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/contact-us)\n\n## At Your Service\n- [Georgia New Hire Reporting Program](https:\/\/ga-newhire.com\/)\n- [Find a Career Center](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/locations\/career-center)\n- [Unemployment Fraud Information](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/contact-us\/unemployment-fraud-information)\n- [Report UI Fraud & Abuse](https:\/\/www.dol.state.ga.us\/public\/uiben\/fraud\/reportType)\n- [Newsroom](https:\/\/skrift.meltwater.io\/site\/6193d7519a2fbd0019ab4834\/home)\n- [Georgia LaborMarket Explorer](https:\/\/explorer.gdol.ga.gov\/)\n- [Service of Process](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/contact-us\/service-process)\n\n## Workforce Partners\n- [GA Department of Economic Development](https:\/\/www.georgia.org\/)\n- [US Department of Labor](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/)\n- [Technical College System of Georgia](https:\/\/tcsg.edu\/)\n- [Georgia Quick Start](http:\/\/www.georgiaquickstart.org\/)\n- [Georgia.Gov](http:\/\/georgia.gov\/)\n\n- [© Georgia.gov](https:\/\/georgia.gov\/)\n- [Accessibility](https:\/\/georgia.gov\/accessibility)\n- [Privacy\/Security](https:\/\/georgia.gov\/privacysecurity)\n- Website powered by [GovHub](https:\/\/gta.georgia.gov\/powered-by-govhub)\n- [Human Trafficking Notice](https:\/\/gbi.georgia.gov\/human-trafficking-notice)\n- [Georgia Web Analytics](https:\/\/analytics.georgia.gov\/?utm_source=govhub&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=govhub-footer)","attrs_readable_markdown":"## Employment Laws and Rules\nLink to a variety of federal and state employment-related laws, including those administered by the [U. S. Department of Labor (USDOL)](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/).\n\n### Child Labor\nFederal and state laws regulating employment restrictions for minors.\n\n- [USDOL Youth and Labor Overview](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/general\/topic\/youthlabor)\n- [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Child Labor](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/elg\/childlbr.htm)\n- State of Georgia [Child Labor](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/get-information-about-child-labor) information, requirements, and forms.\n### COBRA (Health Coverage)\nThe Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) establishes group health plans for workers who lose health benefits.\n\n- [USDOL Continuation of Health Coverage and COBRA Overview](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/dol\/topic\/health-plans\/cobra.htm)\n- [COBRA FAQs](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/sites\/dolgov\/files\/ebsa\/about-ebsa\/our-activities\/resource-center\/faqs\/cobra-continuation-health-coverage-consumer.pdf)\n### Disability\nLaws that prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).\n\n- [USDOL ADA Overview](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/agencies\/odep\/ada), including the act.\n- [USDOL Employment Laws: Disability & Discrimination](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/odep\/pubs\/fact\/laws.htm)\n- [Job Accommodations](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/agencies\/odep\/program-areas\/employers\/accommodations)\n### Employment Service\nThe Wagner-Peyser Act created a nationwide system that provides job seeker and employer labor exchange services.\n\n- [Wagner-Peyser Act](http:\/\/www.doleta.gov\/programs\/wagner_peyser.cfm)\n### Equal Employment\nFederal laws prohibiting job discrimination.\n\n- [U. S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)](http:\/\/www.eeoc.gov\/)\n- [EEOC Laws, Regulations & Guidance](https:\/\/www.eeoc.gov\/laws-guidance-0)\n- [USDOL Equal Employment Opportunity Overview](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/general\/topic\/discrimination)\n- [Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII](http:\/\/www.eeoc.gov\/laws\/statutes\/titlevii.cfm)\n- [Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Titles I and V](http:\/\/www.eeoc.gov\/laws\/statutes\/ada.cfm)\n### Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)\nThe Act that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, record keeping, and child labor standards.\n\n- [USDOL Handy Reference Guide to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/whd\/regs\/compliance\/hrg.htm)\n- [USDOL Fact Sheets](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/whd\/fact-sheets-index.htm), including amendments, exemptions, and different industry standards.\n- [FLSA elaws - \"What FLSA Requires\"](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/whd\/flsa\/screen5.asp)\n- [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Minimum Wage and Overtime Pay](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/elg\/minwage.htm)\n### Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)\nThe Act that grants eligible employees unpaid leave for specific family situations.\n\n- [USDOL FMLA Overview](http:\/\/www.dol.gov\/whd\/fmla), including the law, regulations, and FAQs.\n### Georgia Employment Related Laws\nLaws, regulations, and information specific to Georgia employers and workers.\n\n- [GDOL Rules](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/gdol-rules) including those for unemployment insurance.\n- State of Georgia [Child Labor](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/get-information-about-child-labor) information, requirements, and forms.\n- [Georgia New Hire Reporting](https:\/\/ga-newhire.com\/), including information about online reporting and other options.\n- [Georgia Code](http:\/\/www.lexisnexis.com\/hottopics\/gacode\/default.asp)\n### Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)\nThe Act that sets forth the conditions for the temporary employment of foreign workers (aliens) in the United States.\n\n- [USDOL INA Overview](https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/legal-resources\/immigration-and-nationality-act), including the law, regulations, and compliance assistance information.\n### Laws and Regulations Enforced by USDOL\nIncludes: Workplace Safety and Health, Wages and Work Hours, Equal Employment Opportunity, Agricultural Workers, Foreign Workers, Veterans' Protections, Government Contracts, Retirement and Health Benefits, Whistleblower Protections.\n\n- [Summary of the Major Laws of the USDOL](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/general\/aboutdol\/majorlaws)\n- [USDOL Employment Law Guide](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/elg)\n- [elaws Advisors](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws) - Employment Laws Assistance for Workers and Small Business\n- [elaws - FirstStep Employment Law Advisor](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/firststep)\n### Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA)\nThe Act that protects migrant and seasonal agricultural workers.\n\n- [MSPA](https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/agencies\/whd\/agriculture\/mspa), including the law, regulations, and compliance assistance information.\n- [USDOL Employment Law Guide - MSPA](https:\/\/webapps.dol.gov\/elaws\/elg\/mspa.htm), including who is covered, provisions, and sanctions.\n### New Hire Reporting\nFederal and state laws require employers to report newly hired and rehired employees.\n\n- [Georgia New Hire Reporting](https:\/\/ga-newhire.com\/), including information about online reporting and other options.\n### Unemployment Insurance (UI)\nThis federal-state program provides temporary benefit payments to workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own and meet other eligibility requirements.\n\n- [USDOL State UI Benefits Overview](http:\/\/www.workforcesecurity.doleta.gov\/unemploy\/uifactsheet.asp)\n- [USDOL UI Tax Overview](http:\/\/www.workforcesecurity.doleta.gov\/uitaxtopic.asp)\n- [Federal-State Partnership Laws and Agreements](http:\/\/www.workforcesecurity.doleta.gov\/unemploy\/laws.asp)\n- [GDOL Rules](https:\/\/dol.georgia.gov\/gdol-rules) including those for unemployment insurance\n- [Georgia Code](http:\/\/www.lexisnexis.com\/hottopics\/gacode\/default.asp)\n### Whistleblower Protection\nProtection from discrimination for workers who exercise safety and health rights enforced by USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).\n\n- [USDOL Employment Law Guide - 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Boilerpipe Text	Employment Laws and Rules Link to a variety of federal and state employment-related laws, including those administered by the U. S. Department of Labor (USDOL) . Child Labor Federal and state laws regulating employment restrictions for minors. USDOL Youth and Labor Overview USDOL Employment Law Guide - Child Labor State of Georgia Child Labor information, requirements, and forms. COBRA (Health Coverage) The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) establishes group health plans for workers who lose health benefits. USDOL Continuation of Health Coverage and COBRA Overview COBRA FAQs Disability Laws that prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). USDOL ADA Overview , including the act. USDOL Employment Laws: Disability & Discrimination Job Accommodations Employment Service The Wagner-Peyser Act created a nationwide system that provides job seeker and employer labor exchange services. Wagner-Peyser Act Equal Employment Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. U. S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) EEOC Laws, Regulations & Guidance USDOL Equal Employment Opportunity Overview Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Titles I and V Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) The Act that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, record keeping, and child labor standards. USDOL Handy Reference Guide to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) USDOL Fact Sheets , including amendments, exemptions, and different industry standards. FLSA elaws - "What FLSA Requires" USDOL Employment Law Guide - Minimum Wage and Overtime Pay Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) The Act that grants eligible employees unpaid leave for specific family situations. USDOL FMLA Overview , including the law, regulations, and FAQs. Georgia Employment Related Laws Laws, regulations, and information specific to Georgia employers and workers. GDOL Rules including those for unemployment insurance. State of Georgia Child Labor information, requirements, and forms. Georgia New Hire Reporting , including information about online reporting and other options. Georgia Code Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) The Act that sets forth the conditions for the temporary employment of foreign workers (aliens) in the United States. USDOL INA Overview , including the law, regulations, and compliance assistance information. Laws and Regulations Enforced by USDOL Includes: Workplace Safety and Health, Wages and Work Hours, Equal Employment Opportunity, Agricultural Workers, Foreign Workers, Veterans' Protections, Government Contracts, Retirement and Health Benefits, Whistleblower Protections. Summary of the Major Laws of the USDOL USDOL Employment Law Guide elaws Advisors - Employment Laws Assistance for Workers and Small Business elaws - FirstStep Employment Law Advisor Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA) The Act that protects migrant and seasonal agricultural workers. MSPA , including the law, regulations, and compliance assistance information. USDOL Employment Law Guide - MSPA , including who is covered, provisions, and sanctions. New Hire Reporting Federal and state laws require employers to report newly hired and rehired employees. Georgia New Hire Reporting , including information about online reporting and other options. Unemployment Insurance (UI) This federal-state program provides temporary benefit payments to workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own and meet other eligibility requirements. USDOL State UI Benefits Overview USDOL UI Tax Overview Federal-State Partnership Laws and Agreements GDOL Rules including those for unemployment insurance Georgia Code Whistleblower Protection Protection from discrimination for workers who exercise safety and health rights enforced by USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). USDOL Employment Law Guide - Whistleblower Protection Provisions Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) The Act that requires certain employers to provide 60 days advance notice of company closings and mass layoffs. WARN Act Compliance Assistance Materials Worker Eligibility Verification (New) Section 2 of the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act of 2006 (Act 457) requires public employers, their contractors and subcontractors to verify the work eligibility of all newly hired employees through an electronic federal work authorization program. The new requirements become effective on July 1, 2007 Georgia Security & Immigration Compliance Act Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Enacted on July 22, 2014, this law supersedes the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). The WIOA amends the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, the Wagner-Peyser Act, and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. WIOA authorizes the Job Corps, YouthBuild, Indian and Native Americans, and Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker programs, in addition to the core programs. USDOL WIOA Resources Workplace Safety and Health USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) works to prevent injuries and protect the health of workers. USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) , including the laws, regulations, and services. USDOL Employment Law Guide - Occupational Safety and Health
Markdown	[Skip to main content](https://dol.georgia.gov/employment-laws-and-rules#main-content) An official website of the State of Georgia. How you know The .gov means it’s official. Local, state, and federal government websites often end in .gov. State of Georgia government websites and email systems use “georgia.gov” or “ga.gov” at the end of the address. Before sharing sensitive or personal information, make sure you’re on an official state website. Still not sure? Call [1-800-GEORGIA](tel:18004367442) to verify that a website is an official website of the State of Georgia. 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S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)](http://www.eeoc.gov/) - [EEOC Laws, Regulations & Guidance](https://www.eeoc.gov/laws-guidance-0) - [USDOL Equal Employment Opportunity Overview](https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination) - [Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII](http://www.eeoc.gov/laws/statutes/titlevii.cfm) - [Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Titles I and V](http://www.eeoc.gov/laws/statutes/ada.cfm) ### Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) The Act that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, record keeping, and child labor standards. - [USDOL Handy Reference Guide to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)](http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/hrg.htm) - [USDOL Fact Sheets](http://www.dol.gov/whd/fact-sheets-index.htm), including amendments, exemptions, and different industry standards. - [FLSA elaws - "What FLSA Requires"](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/whd/flsa/screen5.asp) - [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Minimum Wage and Overtime Pay](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/elg/minwage.htm) ### Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) The Act that grants eligible employees unpaid leave for specific family situations. - [USDOL FMLA Overview](http://www.dol.gov/whd/fmla), including the law, regulations, and FAQs. ### Georgia Employment Related Laws Laws, regulations, and information specific to Georgia employers and workers. - [GDOL Rules](https://dol.georgia.gov/gdol-rules) including those for unemployment insurance. - State of Georgia [Child Labor](https://dol.georgia.gov/get-information-about-child-labor) information, requirements, and forms. - [Georgia New Hire Reporting](https://ga-newhire.com/), including information about online reporting and other options. - [Georgia Code](http://www.lexisnexis.com/hottopics/gacode/default.asp) ### Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) The Act that sets forth the conditions for the temporary employment of foreign workers (aliens) in the United States. - [USDOL INA Overview](https://www.uscis.gov/legal-resources/immigration-and-nationality-act), including the law, regulations, and compliance assistance information. ### Laws and Regulations Enforced by USDOL Includes: Workplace Safety and Health, Wages and Work Hours, Equal Employment Opportunity, Agricultural Workers, Foreign Workers, Veterans' Protections, Government Contracts, Retirement and Health Benefits, Whistleblower Protections. - [Summary of the Major Laws of the USDOL](https://www.dol.gov/general/aboutdol/majorlaws) - [USDOL Employment Law Guide](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/elg) - [elaws Advisors](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws) - Employment Laws Assistance for Workers and Small Business - [elaws - FirstStep Employment Law Advisor](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/firststep) ### Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA) The Act that protects migrant and seasonal agricultural workers. - [MSPA](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/agriculture/mspa), including the law, regulations, and compliance assistance information. - [USDOL Employment Law Guide - MSPA](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/elg/mspa.htm), including who is covered, provisions, and sanctions. ### New Hire Reporting Federal and state laws require employers to report newly hired and rehired employees. - [Georgia New Hire Reporting](https://ga-newhire.com/), including information about online reporting and other options. ### Unemployment Insurance (UI) This federal-state program provides temporary benefit payments to workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own and meet other eligibility requirements. - [USDOL State UI Benefits Overview](http://www.workforcesecurity.doleta.gov/unemploy/uifactsheet.asp) - [USDOL UI Tax Overview](http://www.workforcesecurity.doleta.gov/uitaxtopic.asp) - [Federal-State Partnership Laws and Agreements](http://www.workforcesecurity.doleta.gov/unemploy/laws.asp) - [GDOL Rules](https://dol.georgia.gov/gdol-rules) including those for unemployment insurance - [Georgia Code](http://www.lexisnexis.com/hottopics/gacode/default.asp) ### Whistleblower Protection Protection from discrimination for workers who exercise safety and health rights enforced by USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). - [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Whistleblower Protection Provisions](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/elg/whistle.htm) ### Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) The Act that requires certain employers to provide 60 days advance notice of company closings and mass layoffs. - [WARN Act Compliance Assistance Materials](https://www.doleta.gov/layoff/warn.cfm) ### Worker Eligibility Verification (New) Section 2 of the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act of 2006 (Act 457) requires public employers, their contractors and subcontractors to verify the work eligibility of all newly hired employees through an electronic federal work authorization program. The new requirements become effective on July 1, 2007 - [Georgia Security & Immigration Compliance Act](https://dol.georgia.gov/georgia-security-immigration-compliance-act) ### Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Enacted on July 22, 2014, this law supersedes the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). The WIOA amends the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, the Wagner-Peyser Act, and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. WIOA authorizes the Job Corps, YouthBuild, Indian and Native Americans, and Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker programs, in addition to the core programs. - [USDOL WIOA Resources](https://www.doleta.gov/WIOA/eta_default.cfm) ### Workplace Safety and Health USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) works to prevent injuries and protect the health of workers. - [USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)](http://www.osha.gov/), including the laws, regulations, and services. - [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Occupational Safety and Health](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/elg/osha.htm) [Georgia Department of Labor](https://dol.georgia.gov/ "Georgia Department of Labor") - [Facebook page for Georgia Department of Labor](https://www.facebook.com/GeorgiaDOL "Facebook page for Georgia Department of Labor") - [X (Twitter) page for Georgia Department of Labor](https://x.com/GeorgiaDOL "X (Twitter) page for Georgia Department of Labor") - [Linkedin page for Georgia Department of Labor](https://www.linkedin.com/company/georgia-department-of-labor "Linkedin page for Georgia Department of Labor") - [YouTube page for Georgia Department of Labor](https://www.youtube.com/user/GeorgiaDOL "YouTube page for Georgia Department of Labor") ## How can we help? - ### Send us a message [Contact us](https://dol.georgia.gov/contact-us) ## At Your Service - [Georgia New Hire Reporting Program](https://ga-newhire.com/) - [Find a Career Center](https://dol.georgia.gov/locations/career-center) - [Unemployment Fraud Information](https://dol.georgia.gov/contact-us/unemployment-fraud-information) - [Report UI Fraud & Abuse](https://www.dol.state.ga.us/public/uiben/fraud/reportType) - [Newsroom](https://skrift.meltwater.io/site/6193d7519a2fbd0019ab4834/home) - [Georgia LaborMarket Explorer](https://explorer.gdol.ga.gov/) - [Service of Process](https://dol.georgia.gov/contact-us/service-process) ## Workforce Partners - [GA Department of Economic Development](https://www.georgia.org/) - [US Department of Labor](http://www.dol.gov/) - [Technical College System of Georgia](https://tcsg.edu/) - [Georgia Quick Start](http://www.georgiaquickstart.org/) - [Georgia.Gov](http://georgia.gov/) - [© Georgia.gov](https://georgia.gov/) - [Accessibility](https://georgia.gov/accessibility) - [Privacy/Security](https://georgia.gov/privacysecurity) - Website powered by [GovHub](https://gta.georgia.gov/powered-by-govhub) - [Human Trafficking Notice](https://gbi.georgia.gov/human-trafficking-notice) - [Georgia Web Analytics](https://analytics.georgia.gov/?utm_source=govhub&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=govhub-footer)
Readable Markdown	## Employment Laws and Rules Link to a variety of federal and state employment-related laws, including those administered by the [U. S. Department of Labor (USDOL)](http://www.dol.gov/). ### Child Labor Federal and state laws regulating employment restrictions for minors. - [USDOL Youth and Labor Overview](https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/youthlabor) - [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Child Labor](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/elg/childlbr.htm) - State of Georgia [Child Labor](https://dol.georgia.gov/get-information-about-child-labor) information, requirements, and forms. ### COBRA (Health Coverage) The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) establishes group health plans for workers who lose health benefits. - [USDOL Continuation of Health Coverage and COBRA Overview](http://www.dol.gov/dol/topic/health-plans/cobra.htm) - [COBRA FAQs](https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ebsa/about-ebsa/our-activities/resource-center/faqs/cobra-continuation-health-coverage-consumer.pdf) ### Disability Laws that prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). - [USDOL ADA Overview](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/odep/ada), including the act. - [USDOL Employment Laws: Disability & Discrimination](http://www.dol.gov/odep/pubs/fact/laws.htm) - [Job Accommodations](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/odep/program-areas/employers/accommodations) ### Employment Service The Wagner-Peyser Act created a nationwide system that provides job seeker and employer labor exchange services. - [Wagner-Peyser Act](http://www.doleta.gov/programs/wagner_peyser.cfm) ### Equal Employment Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. - [U. S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)](http://www.eeoc.gov/) - [EEOC Laws, Regulations & Guidance](https://www.eeoc.gov/laws-guidance-0) - [USDOL Equal Employment Opportunity Overview](https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination) - [Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII](http://www.eeoc.gov/laws/statutes/titlevii.cfm) - [Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Titles I and V](http://www.eeoc.gov/laws/statutes/ada.cfm) ### Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) The Act that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, record keeping, and child labor standards. - [USDOL Handy Reference Guide to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)](http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/hrg.htm) - [USDOL Fact Sheets](http://www.dol.gov/whd/fact-sheets-index.htm), including amendments, exemptions, and different industry standards. - [FLSA elaws - "What FLSA Requires"](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/whd/flsa/screen5.asp) - [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Minimum Wage and Overtime Pay](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/elg/minwage.htm) ### Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) The Act that grants eligible employees unpaid leave for specific family situations. - [USDOL FMLA Overview](http://www.dol.gov/whd/fmla), including the law, regulations, and FAQs. ### Georgia Employment Related Laws Laws, regulations, and information specific to Georgia employers and workers. - [GDOL Rules](https://dol.georgia.gov/gdol-rules) including those for unemployment insurance. - State of Georgia [Child Labor](https://dol.georgia.gov/get-information-about-child-labor) information, requirements, and forms. - [Georgia New Hire Reporting](https://ga-newhire.com/), including information about online reporting and other options. - [Georgia Code](http://www.lexisnexis.com/hottopics/gacode/default.asp) ### Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) The Act that sets forth the conditions for the temporary employment of foreign workers (aliens) in the United States. - [USDOL INA Overview](https://www.uscis.gov/legal-resources/immigration-and-nationality-act), including the law, regulations, and compliance assistance information. ### Laws and Regulations Enforced by USDOL Includes: Workplace Safety and Health, Wages and Work Hours, Equal Employment Opportunity, Agricultural Workers, Foreign Workers, Veterans' Protections, Government Contracts, Retirement and Health Benefits, Whistleblower Protections. - [Summary of the Major Laws of the USDOL](https://www.dol.gov/general/aboutdol/majorlaws) - [USDOL Employment Law Guide](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/elg) - [elaws Advisors](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws) - Employment Laws Assistance for Workers and Small Business - [elaws - FirstStep Employment Law Advisor](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/firststep) ### Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA) The Act that protects migrant and seasonal agricultural workers. - [MSPA](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/agriculture/mspa), including the law, regulations, and compliance assistance information. - [USDOL Employment Law Guide - MSPA](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/elg/mspa.htm), including who is covered, provisions, and sanctions. ### New Hire Reporting Federal and state laws require employers to report newly hired and rehired employees. - [Georgia New Hire Reporting](https://ga-newhire.com/), including information about online reporting and other options. ### Unemployment Insurance (UI) This federal-state program provides temporary benefit payments to workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own and meet other eligibility requirements. - [USDOL State UI Benefits Overview](http://www.workforcesecurity.doleta.gov/unemploy/uifactsheet.asp) - [USDOL UI Tax Overview](http://www.workforcesecurity.doleta.gov/uitaxtopic.asp) - [Federal-State Partnership Laws and Agreements](http://www.workforcesecurity.doleta.gov/unemploy/laws.asp) - [GDOL Rules](https://dol.georgia.gov/gdol-rules) including those for unemployment insurance - [Georgia Code](http://www.lexisnexis.com/hottopics/gacode/default.asp) ### Whistleblower Protection Protection from discrimination for workers who exercise safety and health rights enforced by USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). - [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Whistleblower Protection Provisions](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/elg/whistle.htm) ### Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) The Act that requires certain employers to provide 60 days advance notice of company closings and mass layoffs. - [WARN Act Compliance Assistance Materials](https://www.doleta.gov/layoff/warn.cfm) ### Worker Eligibility Verification (New) Section 2 of the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act of 2006 (Act 457) requires public employers, their contractors and subcontractors to verify the work eligibility of all newly hired employees through an electronic federal work authorization program. The new requirements become effective on July 1, 2007 - [Georgia Security & Immigration Compliance Act](https://dol.georgia.gov/georgia-security-immigration-compliance-act) ### Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Enacted on July 22, 2014, this law supersedes the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). The WIOA amends the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, the Wagner-Peyser Act, and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. WIOA authorizes the Job Corps, YouthBuild, Indian and Native Americans, and Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker programs, in addition to the core programs. - [USDOL WIOA Resources](https://www.doleta.gov/WIOA/eta_default.cfm) ### Workplace Safety and Health USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) works to prevent injuries and protect the health of workers. - [USDOL Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)](http://www.osha.gov/), including the laws, regulations, and services. - [USDOL Employment Law Guide - Occupational Safety and Health](https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/elg/osha.htm)
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