TWC to pursue $145 million in DOL apprenticeship pay‑for‑performance grants, applications due in early April Executive Director Steve Pier told commissioners the Department of Labor is allotting $145,000,000 across five pay‑for‑performance apprenticeship grant awards; the agency intends to apply to expand registered apprenticeships and employer participation.

Texas is gearing up to seize a $145 million opportunity to revolutionize registered apprenticeships and boost employer participation across the state!

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Advocates and DOL point to apprenticeships, wraparound services and child-care investments to expand workforce Commissioner Reardon and witnesses described new and ongoing investments in registered apprenticeships, green-energy training, childcare workforce supports and a one-stop online portal for youth working papers; EdHub and others asked the legislature for targeted funding to scale apprenticeship and retention models.

New York's Labor Commissioner unveils groundbreaking plans to expand apprenticeships and childcare investments, transforming the workforce for the future!

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CareerTech reports enrollment growth, urges lawmakers to back apprenticeships and expanded capacity State CareerTech leaders told the board they exceeded a goal of serving 150,000 K–12 students, highlighted growing industry partnerships and urged legislative support for apprenticeships, nursing expansion and capacity funding to reduce student wait lists.

Oklahoma's CareerTech system is thriving, serving over half a million students annually and pushing for expanded apprenticeships and funding to meet growing workforce demands!

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Executive office outlines Fiscal Year 2026 budget for apprenticeships and youth programs Budget includes over $15M for youth-at-risk programs and registered apprenticeships in key sectors.

Massachusetts is set to invest over $15 million in youth-at-risk programs and diversify apprenticeships, aiming to reshape its economic future and create a more inclusive workforce.

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Georgia House passes House Bill 428 guaranteeing in vitro fertilization rights House Bill 428 approved ensuring in vitro fertilization access for individuals in Georgia.

Georgia's House just passed House Bill 428, ensuring the right to in vitro fertilization—an essential step forward for family rights!

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