Press Releases
CNMI Department of Labor Announces Updates to Certificate of Good Standing Requirements Effective January 2026
The CNMI Department of Labor (DOL) is advising all businesses that, beginning January 2026, new requirements for the Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) will take effect. These updates were made after a departmental review identified redundancies in the documentation process. The new policy streamlines requirements while reinforcing compliance and workplace safety standards.
CNMI Department of Labor Reminds Businesses of CNMI Law regarding Reduction in Force (RIF) and Closure Notices
Saipan, CNMI — The CNMI Department of Labor (DOL) announces the implementation of its new Business Verification Policy, designed to ensure that only legitimate and lawfully registered businesses may post Job Vacancy Announcements (JV As) on the official DOL website and Job Board.
CNMI Department of Labor Strengthens Safeguards Against Fraud and Human Trafficking with New Business Verification Policy
The CNMI Department of Labor is reminding all employers that timely communication with the Department and affected employees is required in the event of a Reduction in Force (RIF) or business closure, as outlined in § 80-20.1-240 of the CNMI Administrative Code.