Learn how to register for a TWC tax account on TWC's Unemployment Tax Registration (UTR) system. Learn who can use UTR and what information is required to register.
Employment demand for people with Middle Skills remains high across Texas. Middle Skills jobs require some education or training beyond high school. They do not need a four-year degree.
The Child Care Services program provides financial assistance to families who meet income requirements. Child care scholarships are available to help parents work, search for work, or attend school or job training. The program also supports child care providers to improve the quality of services.
Process for filing a complaint regarding Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 81D. This law prohibits an employer from requiring employees, contractors, or applicants to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Employers also cannot take any negative action against because of a person's vaccination status. This law does not apply to governmental employers.
This page presents basic information about Texas unemployment taxes including which employers must pay. It also has the definitions of employment and wages according to the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act (TUCA).
Find information about the Texas Payday Law and how to file a Payday Wage claim.
The Wage & Hour program administers laws & regulations. The Payday law helps employees who were not paid correctly by allowing them to file wage claims. The Child Labor law protects children from working at a job where they could be hurt. The Minimum Wage law sets rules for how employees are paid.
Find resources on the Foreign Labor Certification for employers filing applications for H-2A and H-2B foreign labor visas through the U.S. Department of Labor.
Texas Workforce Commission partners with the Texas Governor’s Committee on People With Disabilities and Texas Workforce Solutions on Texas HireAbility to raise awareness about the benefits of hiring people with disabilities and highlight their contributions in the workplace.
Find resources on the Employment Service program and related services.