Under the leadership of Deputy Director Sean Egan, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s Office of Labor is committed to protecting workers, supporting employers, and fostering safe, fair, and healthy workplaces across the state. Our team of experienced leaders brings deep expertise in labor relations, workplace mental health, safety, wage protections, and workers’ compensation — helping Michigan workplaces thrive.
Learn more about our leadership and explore opportunities for speaking engagements, panel discussions, and insights on a wide range of labor and workplace topics.
In accordance with PA 321 of 2023 the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) was responsible for contracting with an actuarial firm for a study regarding a Paid Family and Medical Leave Program for Michigan.
View the Paid Family and Medical Leave Actuarial Analysis.
Reports
Paid Family Medical Leave: Health & Employment Outcomes
Economic and Health Impacts of Paid Parental, Caregiving, and Medical Leave
