Critical Labor Coalition

For nearly 30 years, the Work Opportunity Tax Credit has helped employers fill critical jobs while creating opportunities for Americans facing barriers to employment. That's why more than 470 organizations are calling on Congress to extend and strengthen WOTC before the year’s end to address persistent workforce shortages and help more Americans enter the workforce. criticallaborcoalition.org/s…

The current lack of u.s. caregivers affects every industry. When families can't find professional caregivers, working Americans are forced to leave their jobs—reducing household income, retirement savings, and workforce participation. Addressing the labor shortage must be a priority for Congress. homehealthcarenews.com/2026/…

America’s labor shortage isn’t going away. New @NFIB data shows employer job openings far outpace planned hiring. Employers need workers, and Congress needs to act on policies that expand and strengthen the workforce. #LaborShortage

“Every year, when five tradesmen leave the workforce, two replace them. It's been that way for 12 years, so the math has caught up to us” #laborshortage foxbusiness.com/economy/mike…

America’s labor shortage is costing employers and workers. 300k skilled trade jobs are sitting empty, even as many offer pathways to six-figure careers and high starting wages. It’s time to match skills training with workforce needs. foxbusiness.com/media/six-fi…

Congratulations to Keith @Sonderling47 confirmed as the 31st Secretary of Labor.  CLC looks forward to working with the Department of Labor under his leadership to address the critical workforce shortages facing the nation's employers.

Thank you to Reps. @JimmyPanetta and @RepAnnWagner for signing on as cosponsors of the Improve and Enhance the Work Opportunity Tax Credit Act! Strengthening WOTC gives employers a powerful tool to expand hiring while helping more Americans facing barriers to employment connect with good jobs and lasting opportunities. #WOTCworks!

Great view from the CLC suite at last week’s Nats vs Phillies game. Thanks to our stakeholder members and congressional staff for making it a fun evening!

Welcome back Hill staffers!  In appreciation of your hard work, please come visit our ice cream truck TOMORROW for a free sweet treat on behalf of the Critical Labor Coalition. We’ll be serving scoops from 2-4 PM at the corner of D Street and New Jersey Ave (staff ID required). @senate_committee_staffer, @senatedems, @housedemocrats, @congressionalblackcaucus, @Congressional_scheduler, @womenscongress, @judiciarydems, @judiciarygob, @senjudiciarygop, @housejuddems, @newdemocratcoalition, @ffcongress, @committee_on_ways_and_memes, @memes.house.gov, @housegop, @senategop, @hispaniccaucus

CLC Executive Director @mchally21 joined other workforce leaders at the North Dakota Department of Commerce’s Global Talent Summit this week.  Chally served as a panelist on the economic impact of Global Talent, highlighting the critical role a skilled, diverse workforce plays in strengthening America’s economy.

CLC thanks @SenToddYoung and @RepNateMoran for introducing the WAGES Act. By helping to offset the cost of apprenticeships and training expenses through tax credits for employers, this bill supports in-demand career pathways and helps employers invest in our future workforce.

Military spouses serve alongside those in uniform, and they deserve greater opportunities to build stable careers. In @starsandstripes, CLC Executive Director @mchally21 explains why restoring and expanding #WOTC should be part of the solution. stripes.com/opinion/2026-08-…

“WOTC helps those who have been out of work rejoin the workforce and supports businesses along the way.” Thank you, @SenBillCassidy, for your continued leadership on the Work Opportunity Tax Credit. It’s time for Congress to reauthorize and extend this proven workforce tool. #LaborShortage youtube.com/watch?v=B8c6QTi5…

President Trump’s new Military Spouse Commission is an important step toward tackling employment barriers. Congress should build on it by renewing the Work Opportunity Tax Credit and expanding it to military spouses—creating opportunity and strengthening family financial security. #LaborShortage foxnews.com/politics/first-f…

CLC is calling on the House Judiciary Committee to hold a hearing on the bipartisan Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act. H.R. 5494 creates a legal, market-driven pathway to help employers fill critical year-round jobs and protect US workers. tinyurl.com/2ycn5ptf

A record 105.8 million Americans were outside the labor force in June--more than in COVID or the Great Recession! CLC is working to end the labor shortage and get people back into the workforce! nypost.com/2026/07/22/busine…

CLC has hit the ground running in 2026—engaging policymakers, advancing legislation, launching the WOTC Works! campaign and expanding our portfolio to include AI and apprenticeships. Read more in our mid-year report: static1.squarespace.com/stat…

Thank you to @jcrenshaw_dc of the @USChamber’s C_TEC for briefing CLC members today on “AI and the Future of Work: How Businesses Can Lead.” A great discussion on practical, risk-based policies that promote responsible AI adoption, innovation and workforce development.

Excluding the Covid-era jobs market, the U.S. labor force participation rate is at its lowest since June 1976. CLC advocates for solutions to grow the US workforce. #LaborShortage cnbc.com/2026/07/02/job-seek…