If you’ve been relying on the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) to strengthen your cash flow and reward inclusive hiring, here’s a hard truth:
Unless Congress acts, the WOTC program will expire on December 31, 2025.
And if that happens, your ability to earn up to $9,600 in tax credits per qualified hire will vanish overnight.
What Is the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)?
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit is a federal incentive that encourages businesses to hire individuals from specific groups facing employment barriers—such as veterans, long-term unemployed workers, and justice-involved citizens.
This bipartisan program helps employers reduce hiring costs while promoting diversity and inclusion across industries.
When Does WOTC Expire—and What’s at Stake?
Despite its proven success, WOTC is not permanent. It’s considered a “tax extender,” meaning Congress must periodically renew it.
While WOTC has been renewed over a dozen times, each renewal brings uncertainty—and without action, the program will expire at the end of 2025.
Losing WOTC would mean less support for inclusive hiring, higher onboarding costs, and reduced cash flow for employers who depend on these credits.
How WOTC Benefits Employers and Workers
- Earn up to $9,600 per eligible hire
- Support inclusive hiring initiatives
- Offset recruitment and training costs
- Strengthen workforce participation and retention
Steps Employers Can Take to Protect WOTC
Contact Your Congressional Representatives
- Identify your Representative:
Find your House Member - Check if they serve on the House Ways and Means Committee:
View Committee Members - Send a message or call:
“As a business that relies on the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) to support inclusive hiring and cash flow, I strongly urge you to support a long-term extension—or permanent renewal—of WOTC. This credit creates jobs and strengthens the workforce in [industry/region].” - Tag them on LinkedIn or Twitter using hashtags like #SaveWOTC and #WOTCRenewal to increase visibility.
Engage Industry Associations for Advocacy
- American Staffing Association (ASA): Join the ASA advocacy efforts
- American Trucking Associations (ATA): Engage ATA’s policy team
- Home Care Association of America (HCAOA): Join their advocacy efforts
- National Restaurant Association: Support WOTC advocacy
Why Rockerbox Supports WOTC Renewal
At Rockerbox, we’ve helped thousands of employers unlock millions in WOTC credits. We know firsthand how this program drives inclusion, growth, and opportunity.
If you’ve benefited from WOTC:
- Don’t assume others will fight for it.
- Don’t assume it will quietly renew.
- Don’t wait until it’s too late.
Be loud. Be early. Be visible.
Let’s save WOTC—together.
Take Action Now to Preserve WOTC
Ready to Protect Your WOTC Benefits?
Don’t wait for Congress to decide your future. Partner with Rockerbox to advocate for WOTC renewal and maximize your current credits.
Contact Rockerbox today to get expert guidance and make your voice heard.