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

Thursday, December 11, 2025

In September, Love County posted Oklahoma’s highest county unemployment rate of 5.5 percent. Seminole County reported the second-highest rate for the month. Texas County reported the lowest county unemployment rate of 1.9 percent in September. Unemployment rates in September were higher than a year earlier in 73 counties, lower in 3 counties, and unchanged in 1 county.

Read the full September 2025 Metro Area and County Employment and Unemployment Report.

Last Modified on Dec 11, 2025