Department of Labor Seeks Feedback

Week of August 25, 2008

The U.S. Department of Labor requests feedback on proposed rules for priority of service for veterans. The U.S. Department of Labor's Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS) announced the publication of a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Priority of Service for veterans and eligible spouses, which is available online. Implementation of priority of service is designed to provide veterans and eligible spouses with clear entry points into high-growth, high-wage civilian jobs and easily accessible post-secondary education and training. The goal is to support their advancement along career pathways that benefit veterans. The 60-day public comment period will end on Oct. 14, 2008.