Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to support economic development by providing funding for job training and workforce development services.

Main Provisions

• The bill sets forth financial appropriations totaling $1,000,000 to support workforce initiatives.
• Specifically, $500,000 is allocated for fiscal year 2026 and another $500,000 for fiscal year 2027.
• This funding will be granted to Pillsbury United Communities, an organization dedicated to helping individuals who are unemployed or underemployed improve their skills and find jobs.

Significant Changes

• This is a one-time appropriation, meaning the specified funds will be allocated only during these two fiscal years, with no ongoing commitments beyond 2027.

Relevant Terms

• Economic development
• Job training
• Workforce development
• Unemployed
• Underemployed