Lawmakers press DHS on senior‑services funding, TANF reserves and SNAP employment plans At a Joint Budget Committee briefing, lawmakers pressed Department of Human Services officials about flat budgets for senior centers, a shift of tobacco‑settlement funds between divisions, depleted TANF reserves and a planned expansion of SNAP employment and training. DHS said some increases reflect timing and policy changes; members sought more data and follow‑up.

Lawmakers are demanding transparency from the Department of Human Services as concerns mount over declining funding for senior centers and the mystery behind TANF reserves.

Get the details!

#AR #CitizenPortal #EmploymentTraining

Committee hears bill to redirect some employer UI taxes into state training while keeping solvency safeguards HB 267 would let employer UI tax rates fall when the Unemployment Insurance trust is overcapitalized and redirect a portion of employer contributions into the State Training and Employment Program (STEP) until solvency metrics require restoring UI contributions. DOLWD officials presented fund balances and long‑range projections.

A groundbreaking bill could reshape how employers contribute to workforce training in Alaska, allowing them to reduce unemployment taxes while ensuring the trust fund's stability!

Learn more here

#AK #CitizenPortal #EmploymentTraining #TaxReform #UISolvency #AlaskaWorkforce

DHS outlines new SNAP work rules, provider network and verification plan as federal law makes participation mandatory DHS officials told an Arkansas legislative subcommittee that federal changes will make many SNAP Employment & Training slots mandatory and described provider capacity, eligibility interviews, recertification and verification plans ahead of penalties tied to noncompliance.

New federal rules are shaking up SNAP in Arkansas, making work requirements mandatory for many recipients and reshaping the support system for job training and education.

Click to read more!

#AR #CitizenPortal #FoodSecurity #EmploymentTraining #GovernmentAccountability

Bill would redirect employer UI tax revenue into workforce training while preserving solvency triggers SB217 would use excess Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund revenue to lower some employer UI taxes and create a 0.4% employer STEP tax, estimated to generate about $45 million annually for competitive workforce grants; department and AWIB staff described trust balances and long‑range projections and answered committee questions, and the bill was set aside for future consideration.

Alaska is poised to transform its workforce training funding by redirecting excess Unemployment Insurance tax revenue, potentially generating $45 million annually for job development!

Click to read more!

#AK #CitizenPortal #WorkforceInvestment #EconomicDevelopment #EmploymentTraining

Cookery Skills Workshop Video Shared with Schools Across Wales Budding chefs at Ysgol Bro Caereinion Secondary Phase had a chance to show off their culinary skills under the guidance of Cambrian Training.

#cambriantraining #employmenttraining #skillstraining #welshfoodanddrink #foodanddrinkwales #foodanddrink

Senate committee advances three SNAP bills tightening waivers, work rules and error‑rate oversight The Arizona Senate Health and Human Services Committee advanced three bills affecting SNAP: SB 13‑34 limits DES from seeking or renewing federal work‑requirement waivers absent legislative authorization; SB 13‑33 requires error‑rate reductions and Auditor General oversight; SB 13‑31 raises certain mandatory work‑program thresholds. Supporters said the measures promote accountability; opponents warned of reduced access and increased pressure on food banks.

Arizona's Senate is pushing for stricter SNAP regulations that could impact over 600,000 residents, sparking a heated debate on food security and accountability.

Learn more here

#AZ #CitizenPortal #FoodSecurity #EmploymentTraining #GovernmentAccountability #ArizonaSNAP

Inspirational Aaron Shares His Apprenticeship Journey Hospitality apprentice Aaron Jones delivered an inspiring speech at the National Training Federation of Wales members networking event.

#cambriantraining #apprenticeships #apprenticeshipswork #apprenticeshipsuk #employmenttraining #skillstraining

Local workforce boards urge central role in workforce Pell implementation Workforce development leaders told the Education Department that local workforce boards and America Job Centers should help approve and oversee short‑term workforce Pell programs to ensure training responds to local employer demand and that wraparound supports enable completion.

Local workforce leaders are urging the Department of Education to align workforce Pell programs with regional labor market needs to boost employment outcomes and maximize training effectiveness.

Click to read more!

#US #CitizenPortal #MichiganWorkforce #WorkforceDevelopment #EmploymentTraining

Leading Training Company’s Quartet Celebrate Apprenticeships Four employees have practiced what Cambrian Training preaches by enhancing their skills and professional development.

#cambriantraining #apprenticeships #apprenticeshipswork #apprenticeshipsuk #employmenttraining #skillstraining

Achievements of Over 100 Apprentices Celebrated The achievements of more than 100 apprentices from across Wales were celebrated at a graduation ceremony in Mid Wales today (Tuesday 4th Nov).

#cambriantraining #apprenticeships #apprenticeshipswork #apprenticeshipsuk #employmenttraining #skillstraining

Training Provider Hosts Team Wales Skills Torch Relay On 4th November Cambrian Training Company (CTC), hosted a leg of the Welsh Government's Team Wales Skills Torch Relay.

#cambriantraining #apprenticeships #apprenticeshipswork #apprenticeshipsuk #employmenttraining #skillstraining #worldskills

Firm Celebrates 30 Years of Supporting Apprentices and Employers Cambrian Training Company, which covers the whole of Wales, is celebrating 30 years of delivering quality apprenticeships to businesses.

#cambriantraining #apprenticeships #apprenticeshipswork #apprenticeshipsuk #employmenttraining #skillstraining

Hamilton County Commissioners Discuss Employment Training and Public Safety Initiatives Commissioners address CDL training for the underemployed and launch shared safety agreements.

Hamilton County's commissioners are not just meeting—they're shaping the future with vital discussions on employment training and public safety initiatives!

Get the details

#HamiltonCounty #OH #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #CommunityEngagement #HamiltonCountyCommissioners #EmploymentTraining

Budding Chefs ‘Rice’ to Risotto Workshops Challenge Budding chefs at Welshpool High School have been putting their culinary skills to the test with guidance from Cambrian Training.

#cambriantraining #culinaryskills #employmenttraining #skillstraining #chefs #youngchefs

Bruton City Council Approves Nuisance Abatement and Community Training Program Initiatives Bruton City Council approved nuisance abatement, training programs, and holiday schedule for 2026.

Brewton City Council takes bold steps to enhance community welfare, from cleaning up nuisance properties to launching free training programs for residents!

Click to read more!

#AL #CommunityOutreach #EmploymentTraining #NuisanceAbatement

Cambrian Training Collaborates to Promote Apprenticeships Cambrian Training Company is supporting careers initiatives to raise awareness, knowledge and interest in apprenticeships.

#cambriantraining #apprenticeships #apprenticeshipswork #apprenticeshipsuk #employmenttraining #skillstraining

Taking a Person-Centered Approach to Teaching Meaningful Employment Skills A person-centered approach is vital for providing effective employment training for autistic individuals

Three #autistic #adult #SelfAdvocates were interviewed about their experiences with #EmploymentTraining, discussing the most important skills and strategies that best helped them learn.

#BehavioralSkillsTraining #SocialSkills
@BuildUrBounce @DevereuxCEO

autismspectrumnews.org/taking-a-perso…