Labor Secretary Certifies States' Unemployment Setup for 2025 Taxes
Published Date: 12/19/2025
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Summary
The Department of Labor just confirmed that all states’ unemployment programs meet federal rules for 2025. This means employers who pay into state unemployment funds can keep getting tax credits on their federal unemployment taxes, saving them money. These certifications cover the full year ending October 31, 2025, so businesses can plan ahead with confidence.
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Employers Keep FUTA Tax Credits
If you are an employer who makes contributions to a state unemployment fund, the Department of Labor certified your state for the year ending October 31, 2025. That certification lets employers obtain the maximum normal credit under Section 3302(a) and the maximum additional credit under Section 3302(b) (subject to 3302(c)) against federal unemployment tax (FUTA), which lowers employers' federal unemployment tax liability for that 12-month period.
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