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AUSTIN – The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has announced the dates and locations for the 2025 Texas Conference for Employers (TCE) series, kicking off in January. Sponsored by TWC’s Office of the Commissioner Representing Employers, the TCE series provides businesses with a wealth of resources. Attendees can learn about the latest employment laws, earn education credits, network with their peers, and speak with employment attorneys. The TCE offers practical, up-to-date information to help Texas businesses thrive and effectively manage their employees.

Texas’ civilian labor force achieved another new record high in November. In addition, Texas’ seasonally adjusted total nonfarm employment increased to 14,286,700 after 9,100 jobs were added over the month. Texas added 274,300 jobs from November 2023 to November 2024. Texas’ annual nonfarm growth rate reached 2.0 percent, outpacing the U.S. growth rate by 0.6 percentage points.

AUSTIN – The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and local partners recognized employers in Texas that excel in creating opportunities for workers during the 27th Annual Texas Workforce Conference. This year’s conference was held in Grapevine from Dec. 4 – 6, 2024 and included events to celebrate the theme of "Limitless: Empowering the Workforce for the Future."

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling over $15 million have been awarded by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) to public junior, state, and technical colleges; school districts; and open-enrollment charter schools across the state.

AUSTIN ⎯ The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has awarded Workforce Solutions East Texas and local partners a $71,706 High Demand Job Training (HDJT) grant to prepare 70 Texans for careers in advanced manufacturing.

AUSTIN – The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is celebrating Texas Apprenticeship Week from Nov. 17-23, 2024. The initiative will highlight the benefits of apprenticeships for both employers and workers. Events throughout the week will be held to recognize businesses, schools, and partner organizations that support apprenticeships.

Texas’ labor market achieved a new record high in October for number of people in the civilian labor force. After adding 47,300 people over the month, the seasonally adjusted civilian labor force reached the new record high of 15,497,100. This marks the tenth consecutive month of growth for Texas’ civilian labor force. Over the year, Texas’ civilian labor force has added 360,800 people.

AUSTIN – The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is proud to celebrate Texas veterans for their service and dedication, especially on Veteran’s Day. TWC provides veterans with the tools for success through employment, education, and training opportunities.

AUSTIN – From November 1-22, the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is hosting the 13th annual Hiring Red, White & You! event series. This statewide event connects employers with veterans, transitioning military members, and military spouses.

Texas’ labor market achieved new record highs in September in terms of the job count and number of people in the civilian labor force. Texas’ seasonally adjusted total nonfarm employment increased to 14,289,900 after 29,200 jobs were added over the month. Texas added 327,400 jobs from September 2023 to September 2024. Texas’ annual nonfarm growth rate currently sits at 2.3 percent, outpacing the U.S. growth rate by 0.7 percentage points.