If the federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program is not reauthorized by Congress by January 1, 2026, the Oklahoma State Workforce Agency will continue to accept WOTC applications submitted in accordance with federal timelines. Applications received during a lapse in authorization will be retained in our system; however, eligibility determinations and certifications cannot be issued until the program is reauthorized. Employers should continue to complete required WOTC forms at the time of hire and submit applications within 28 days of the employee’s start date.

Additional updates will be posted as federal guidance becomes available.

Jobless Rates Down Over the Year for Most Oklahoma Counties in September

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

In September, Haskell County posted Oklahoma’s highest county unemployment rate of 5.6 percent. McIntosh County reported the second-highest rate for the month. Dewey County reported the lowest county unemployment rate of 1.8 percent in September. Unemployment rates in September were higher than a year earlier in 20 counties, lower in 47 counties and unchanged in 10 counties.

Read the full September 2024 Metro Area and County Employment and Unemployment Report.

Last Modified on Nov 27, 2024