The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the appointment of Dean A. Heyl as assistant secretary for public affairs.

Dean Heyl expressed his enthusiasm about the role, stating, “It is my great privilege to get to tell the story of the Department of Labor as we seek to advance the fortunes of job seekers, wage earners, and retirees everywhere.”

Heyl brings experience from his previous service in the first Trump Administration as director of the office of public liaison at the department. Before returning to this position, he was president and founder of Heyl Enterprises. His background includes significant experience in government relations and legal work with various associations. Earlier in his career, Heyl served as a senior advisor to both Idaho's attorney general and governor.