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 Increase Over the Year for Most Oklahoma Counties in August

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

In August, Love County posted Oklahoma’s highest county unemployment rate of 6.0 percent. Seminole and Harmon Counties reported the second-highest rate for the month. Texas County reported the lowest county unemployment rate of 1.9 percent in August. Unemployment rates in August were higher than a year earlier in 33 counties, lower in 27 counties, and unchanged in 17 counties.

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

Last Modified on Sep 30, 2025