The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry was established in 1913, the DLI originally inspected the working conditions in factory buildings around the state. Over time, the Department's responsibilities expanded to administer benefits to unemployed workers, oversees the administration of workers' compensation benefits for job related injuries, and provides vocational rehabilitation to individuals with disabilities.
The Department of Labor & Industry also enforces laws and safety standards for workplace safety and overseas the Commonwealth's programs for community service by young citizens of PA.
How to Apply for Unemployment in Pennsylvania