DOL Opinion Letters Are Back to Help You Navigate the Law
If you’ve ever stared at a confusing labor law and thought, “Could someone just tell me what this actually means?” good news! The Department of Labor is reviving a powerful tool that does exactly that.
After years on the shelf, DOL opinion letters are making a comeback, and this time, they’re expanding across five key agencies. That’s a helpful development for HR, legal, and compliance teams looking for more clarity in their day-to-day. These letters provide direct, customized employment law guidance straight from the DOL. In other words, real answers to real questions, backed by the agency that enforces the law.
Unlike general advisories or blog content, these are official interpretations from the DOL that can guide labor law compliance and support employer decision-making.
The DOL’s 2025 update makes this resource more accessible and applicable across more agencies, giving HR and compliance teams a clearer path to federal guidance.