Federal Register #2026-16982

Final Rule: Wagner-Peyser Act Employment Service Staffing Flexibility

This opportunity involves a final rule issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, regarding staffing flexibility for Wagner-Peyser Act Employment Services. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Labor - Employment and Training Administration - No OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a regulatory change, not a procurement action. - Products/Services Requested: - Provision of Wagner-Peyser Act Employment Services, including: - Job search and placement assistance - Recruitment services - Reemployment services for unemployment insurance claimants - Labor exchange services for workers facing layoffs - Referrals and financial aid application assistance for training and educational resources - Development and provision of labor market and occupational information - Unique/Notable Requirements: - States are no longer required to use State merit staff for these services - States may select any staffing model that meets federal guidelines, including State staff, local governments, or private entities - All mandated services under the Wagner-Peyser Act must still be provided - The rule aims to increase efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and flexibility in service delivery - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are involved

Description

The U.S. Department of Labor is removing the requirement that States use State merit staff to provide Wagner-Peyser Employment Service (ES) services. This final rule allows States to use the staffing model that provides the required services with the most efficient and cost-effective model for their State. The rule promotes flexibility, allowing States to deliver ES services using State merit staff, other State staff, subawards to local governments or private entities, or other staffing arrangements allowable under federal guidelines. States must still provide services required under the Wagner-Peyser Act, including job search and placement assistance, recruitment services, reemployment services, and labor market information.

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