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TDLR Celebrates its 115th Birthday
The Texas Bureau of Labor Statistics was created in 1909 with the goal of protecting workers and the public. Over a century later, TDLR continues that same mission of safeguarding Texans.
Find a New Career at TDLR
TDLR employs over 500 people in a wide variety of professional, administrative, and technical positions. Visit our employment listings page and apply today.
Participate In Our Strategic Planning
Our strategic planning process will map out what TDLR will do between 2025 and 2029. You're an important part of that planning, and your ideas can create real change for Texas. Get involved!
Parent Taught Driver Education
Texas Law allows parents, grandparents, guardians, and other individuals who meet eligibility requirements to act as driver education instructors for their teen.
Pay Penalties Online
Need to pay a penalty or fine? You can now do it online. Start here
Approved Training Course
Healthcare practitioners must complete a human trafficking prevention course to renew.
Parent Taught Driver Education
Learn what you need to become a parent-instructor
Texas Architectural Barriers System (TABS)
Search construction projects or register a new project
Second Chances
Information for people with criminal convictions who wish to apply for a license.
Benefits for Military
Check out our licensing opportunities for active duty, veterans, and spouses.
Anti Trafficking Initiatives
Several industries regulated by TDLR have a known nexus with human trafficking.
Media Inquiries and Press Office
For media professionals seeking facts and statistics.
Safeguarding Texans is
What We Do
919,307 Individual Licensees
231,101 Business & Facility Licensees
272,957 Inspections Performed
101,461 Examinations Taken
We’ve been helping small businesses & consumers in Texas since 1909.
Agency Leadership
TDLR's Executive Team is driving smaller and smarter Texas government.
TDLR History
Since 1909, TDLR has acted as both a consumer and worker protection agency.
Contracting, Procurement, and HUB Opportunities
Active contracts, procurement, RFPs and more.
Agency Reports
Financial and budget reports, strategic plans. and legislative reports.
US Military Veterans in Our Workforce
Currently, 12% of TDLR's staff are U.S. military veterans.
On the Level
News and information about TDLR's building-related programs.
Core Values and Mission Statement
Delivering smaller and smarter government for all Texans.
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Texas Driving with Disabilities Program
Improving interactions with law enforcement
TDLR Health Monitor
Provides news and updates for the medical and health professions programs.
The Arc Flash
Keeping you informed on the Texas Electrical Safety and Licensing Act.
Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners
The TBVME regulates veterinary practice in Texas.