Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

Sep 24, 2026

Access the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment here.

The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment is a state agency responsible for overseeing labor laws and regulations in the state of Colorado. They provide resources and support to both employers and employees to ensure compliance with state labor standards.

Agency Accounts

Colorado Unemployment Insurance (UI) Account

Access your online accounts:

The Colorado Unemployment Insurance (UI) Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • Unemployment Insurance Account Number
  • Initial Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax Rate : UI tax rate assigned when the account is opened.
  • Initial Solvency Surcharge Rate
  • Initial Support Rate

Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Account

Access your online account via My FAMLI+ Employer.

The Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • My FAMLI Account Number

Find out more on how to stay compliant with the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment:

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