Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to provide funding for workforce development initiatives through a grant to an organization known as Interfaith Action. The goal is to support individuals who are facing housing instability by improving their job prospects and career readiness.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation of Funds: The bill sets aside a specific amount of money from the general fund for the fiscal year 2026.
• Grant Allocation: The funds are to be used by the commissioner of employment and economic development to issue a grant to Interfaith Action.
• Support Areas:
  • Workforce training programs.
  • Job placement assistance.
  • Development of employer connections to support individuals experiencing housing instability.

Significant Changes

• Expanded Workforce Development: The bill supports expansions in training for licensure and certifications, particularly in the high-demand healthcare field.
• Childcare Workforce Training: It includes provisions for expanding workforce training specifically in the childcare sector.
• Employer Partnerships: Development of partnerships with employers is emphasized to create direct hiring pathways for program participants.

Relevant Terms

• Economic development
• Workforce development
• Housing instability
• Job placement
• Licensure and certification
• Healthcare fields
• Childcare training
• Employer partnerships