Modifies provisions relating to the department of higher education and workforce development
Second read and referred: Education(S)
Summary
The bill establishes a voluntary "ready to work" certification for high‑school seniors that combines academic and work‑readiness components and is endorsed by an independent assessment. It also reorganizes the Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development’s board, setting its composition, terms, duties, and conflict‑of‑interest rules. The changes aim to improve coordination of job‑training resources and help displaced employees find new positions.
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