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 Up Over the Year for Most Oklahoma Counties in November

Friday, January 09, 2026

In November, Love County posted Oklahoma’s highest county unemployment rate of 7.0 percent. Hughes and Jefferson Counties reported the second-highest rate for the month. Texas County reported the lowest county unemployment rate of 2.1 percent in November. Unemployment rates in November higher than a year earlier in 76 counties and lower in one county.

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

Last Modified on Jan 09, 2026