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Labor and Economic Opportunity

Labor and Economic Opportunity

Labor and Economic Opportunity

Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan’s vast pipeline of opportunities.

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    Economic Development

    For any business looking to locate and expand, as well as communities aspiring to rise.

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    Employment & Training

    Services for jobseekers and employers statewide.   

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    Global Michigan

    Services to attract global talent and provide resources for immigrant communities.   

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    Housing

    Your one-stop shop to get connected to affordable and attainable housing in Michigan. 

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    Mobility & Electrification

    Ensuring Michigan remains the global leader in transportation technologies.

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    Prosperity

    Providing Michiganders with opportunities to empower and strengthen our communities.  

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    Unemployment

    Services for unemployed residents.

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    Vacant Land

    Connecting Michiganders with vacant, unproductive land to grow communities.

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    Workplace and Labor

    Ensuring workplace safety and equitable labor relations for employees and employers.

Latest News

WDI helps returning citizen connect to Registered Apprenticeship, earn five times more

July 29, 2026

For many justice-involved individuals, the transition back into the workforce is a series of closed doors. At 36 years old, Michael knew that exhausting reality all too well. A ...

From passion to purpose: how a pre-apprenticeship program is setting up underserved communities for success

July 29, 2026

True skill development extends far beyond classroom instruction, and Gerod embodies this philosophy as an active leader in workforce innovation. As the owner, director and lead ...

Michiganders who lost work from April storms can apply for disaster unemployment benefits

July 28, 2026

Federal aid available to those in 27 counties affected by severe weather, tornadoes, and flooding The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) announced today that federal d...

MIOSHA Urges Heightened Focus on Workplace Safety

July 28, 2026

Recent worker deaths underscore the need for proactive hazard recognition, training and prevention LANSING, Mich. — With 21 workplace fatalities reported to the Michigan ...

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