Federal Register #2026-17828

Notice of Annual Labor Surplus Area Classification for Fiscal Year 2027

This notice from the Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration announces the annual Labor Surplus Area (LSA) classification for Fiscal Year 2027. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor - Employment and Training Administration - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement or award notice. - No products or services are requested; no part numbers or quantities provided. - Key Details: - The notice explains the criteria for LSA classification based on unemployment rates. - Procedures for exceptional circumstances (e.g., natural disasters, plant closings) are described. - Stakeholders are informed about the LSA list and the process for classification and petitions. - The LSA list is effective for one fiscal year. - This notice is informational and does not solicit any goods or services.

Description

This notice announces the annual Labor Surplus Area (LSA) list for Fiscal Year 2027, effective October 1, 2026. The Department of Labor and the Employment and Training Administration classify jurisdictions as LSAs based on unemployment rates, using criteria set forth in regulations. The classification helps identify areas with high unemployment rates for targeted assistance. The notice also outlines procedures for exceptional circumstance classifications due to events like natural disasters or plant closings.

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