The Department of Labor helps employers and insurance carriers to operate successfully within New Hampshire's labor laws. We encourage a successful, fair, and safe workplace throughout the Granite State.
Ken Merrifield - Commissioner
Danielle N. Albert- Deputy Commissioner
NH Department of Labor main phone number: 603-271-3176
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SB 269: Relative to tip pooling and sharing
December 27, 2023
On July 28, 2023, Governor Chris Sununu signed SB 269 into law.
Previously, tip pooling or tip sharing arrangements were only valid under the law if requested by an employee. With this change, employers are now permitted to discuss tip pooling or tip sharing arrangements provided they do not coerce employees into participating. It is important to note that the decision of whether to participate in a tip pool or tip share remains that of the employee. Additionally, service charges have been removed from the statutory definition of tips, meaning service charges are no longer tips and are not considered the property of the employee providing the service.
Please be aware that if the employer chooses to no longer accept tips and instead issues service fees, the employer will no longer have “tipped employees” and will be required to pay at least minimum wage.
December 18, 2023
Effective January 1, 2024 the standard mileage reimbursem*nt rate for transportation expenses will be 67 cents per mile.
PUBLIC NOTICE -
Workers Compensation Appeals Advisory Board (WCAAB) Meeting
December 15, 2023
The Workers Compensation Appeals Advisory Board (WCAAB) will meet on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at 9am at the:
Ground Floor Conference Room at the NH Department of Labor - 95 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH 03301.
As this is a secure location, please request assistance from Department staff in reaching the conference room. The location is accessible through the rear of the building, with assistance from Department staff.
Public Hearing on changes to the Department of Labor's Administrative Rules
September 18, 2023
The Department will be holding a public hearing on the adoption of administrative rule 805.05.
The public hearing will take place on Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the NH Department of Labor, 95 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH 03301.
For any questions, please email or call Wesley Gardner at wesley.gardner@dol.nh.gov or 603-271-0201.
New MOP Email effective on October 18, 2023
August 28, 2023
ATTENTION:
Effective October 18, 2023 the NH Department of Labor will be changing the email address currently used for submitting NH Memo of Payment forms to coincide with an internal system upgrade. Please be advised that on the referenced date, Memos of Payment will no longer be accepted at MOP@dol.nh.gov.
Effective October 18, 2023, all Memos of Payment must be submitted to:
MOPSUBMISSION@DOL.NH.GOV
Thank you for your consideration during this transition.
NH Department of Labor
Workers’ Compensation Division
Public Hearing on changes to the Department of Labor's Administrative Rules
June 6, 2023
The Department will be holding a public hearing on the adoption of administrative rule Lab 900.
The public hearing will take place on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the NH Department of Labor, 95 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH 03301.
For any questions please email or call Sarah Fuller at Sarah.F.Fuller@dol.nh.gov or 603-271-3597.
2023 Labor Law Training Seminar Registration Open
April 21, 2023
The registration for the New Hampshire Department of Labor - Labor Law Webinars is now open. Registration is required prior to joining the events.
Mileage Reimbursem*nt Rate Change
January 1, 2023
Effective January 1, 2023 the standard mileage reimbursem*nt rate for transportation expenses will be 65.5 cents per mile.
Public Hearing on changes to the Department of Labor's Administrative Rules
October 11, 2022
The Department will be holding a public hearing on the adoption of administrative rule Lab 600.
The public hearing will take place on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the NH Department of Labor, 95 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH 03301.
For any questions please email or call Sarah Fuller at Sarah.F.Fuller@dol.nh.gov or 603-271-3597.
Public Hearing on changes to the Department of Labor's Administrative Rules
May 3, 2022
The Department will be holding a public hearing on the adoption of administrative rule Lab 1500.
The public hearing will take place on Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the NH Department of Labor, 95 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH 03301.
For any questions please email or call Sarah Fuller at Sarah.F.Fuller@dol.nh.gov or 603-271-3597.
PUBLIC NOTICE -
Workers' Compensation Appeals Advisory Board Meeting
April 27, 2022
The Workers' Compensation Appeals Advisory Board (WCAAB) will meet in the Ground Floor Conference Room of the NH Department of Labor, 95 Pleasant Street, Concord NH
On Thursday, April 27 at 2:00pm
As this is a secure location, please request assistance from Department staff in reaching the conference room.
The location is accessible through the rear of the building, with assistance from Department staff.
Mileage Reimbursem*nt Rate Change
January 1, 2022
Effective January 1, 2022 the standard mileage reimbursem*nt rate for transportation expenses will be 58.5 cents per mile.
Public Hearing on Changes to the Department of Labor's Administrative Rules
April 12, 2021
The Department will be holding a public hearing on adoption of administrative rule Lab 1000. The public hearing will take place via Webex on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 2:00 pm.
For any questions logging on to the Webex meeting, or participating via telephone, please email or call Sarah Fuller at Sarah.F.Fuller@dol.nh.gov or 603-271-3597.
2021 Labor Law Training Seminar Registration Open
March 8, 2021
The registration for the New Hampshire Department of Labor - Labor Law Webinars is now open. Registration is required prior to joining the events.
Public Hearing on Changes to the Department of Labor’s Administrative Rules
January 26, 2021
The Department will be holding a public hearing on adoption of administrative rule Lab 1700 . The public hearing will take place via Webex on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 2:00 pm.
For any questions logging on to the Webex meeting, or participating via telephone, please email or call Sarah Fuller at Sarah.F. Fuller@dol.nh.gov or 603-271-3597.
Mileage Reimbursem*nt Rate Change
January 1, 2021
Effective January 1, 2021 the standard mileage reimbursem*nt rate for transportation expenses will be 56 cents per mile.
Public Hearing on Changes to the Department of Labor's Administrative Rules
September 17, 2020
The Department will be holding a public hearing on adoption of administrative rule Lab 601.02 and readoption and amendment of administrative rule Lab 603.03 . The public hearing will take place via Webex on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 2:00 p.m.
For any questions logging on to the Webex meeting, or participating via telephone, please email or call Sarah Fuller at Sarah.Fuller@dol.nh.gov or 603-271-3597.
NH Warn Act and COVID-19
April 21, 2020
Under ordinary circ*mstances, some employers have NH WARN Act responsibilities concerning notification of layoffs or facility closures, but RSA 275-F:4 provides exceptions to these. Specifically, at RSA 275-F:4 I (b) and (d) there are exceptions which would relax the requirement. The NH Labor Commissioner has authority to determine the application of exceptions, and has expressed the view that COVID-19 is clearly an emergent, exceptional event.
Essential New Hampshire Employers
April 3, 2020
Here is the Governor's Emergency Order 17.
Here is the Governor's Exhibit A to Emergency Order 17.
Employers are also required to follow direction #3 of that document: "All businesses or other organizations providing Essential Services shall develop strategies, procedures and practices to allow for social distancing protocols consistent with guidance provided by the CDC and the Division of Public Health."
Here you can see all of the Governor's Emergency Orders.
Business Resources Available
March 31, 2020
Our partners at the Business and Industry Association of NH have compiled a number of resources available to NH businesses during the current State of Emergency. Please visit their site if you're seeking help with your business needs. Click here for COVID-19 Information & Resources for Employers.
NH Unemployment Benefits
March 19, 2020
If you are in need of unemployment benefits, please visit the NH Employment Security website or call the hotline at 603-271-7700.
Guidance Regarding COVID-19 or Other Public Health Emergencies
March 16, 2020
Employers and employees may have questions about the impact of COVID-19 or other similar viruses on some employment laws enforced by the US Department of Labor. Click here for the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Questions and Answers. Click here for the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Questions and Answers.
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
March 11, 2020
The White House Task Force on Coronavirus and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have released the following guidance on the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Click here for Actions for All Americans
. The USDOL Occupational Health and Safety Administration released the following guidance on preparing workplaces for the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Click here for COVID-19 Workplace Guidance
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School to Work
January 28, 2020
The application for pre-screen of a business partner is now available ONLINE. The process is fully self-service and will walk you through step by step.
Click here to get started.
Mileage Reimbursem*nt Rate Change
January 1, 2020
Effective January 1, 2020 the standard mileage reimbursem*nt rate for transportation expenses will be 57.5 cents per mile.
