With nontraditional workers making up a growing share of the U.S. workforce, states are considering the advantages of portable benefits, including health care and retirement savings, to attract and retain employees.

A conversation with Connecticut Sen. James Maroney on the topic of portable health, retirement and other benefits for independent contractors and gig workers.

Partnerships with the federal government can help states to implement new data- and evidence-based approaches to fighting fraud in unemployment insurance programs.

With new investments in unemployment insurance and Trade Adjustment Assistance programs, Congress is supporting state workforce development efforts.

A growing number of states and localities are enacting legislation aiming to promote pay equity.

The struggle to employ workers tops the list of concerns state lawmakers will focus on in 2023 legislative sessions, according to NCSL CEO Tim Storey.