Senate passes bill codifying Iowa Workforce Development reemployment program after amendment fights The Iowa Senate approved Senate File 2,168 to codify IWD’s reemployment case management program and update unemployment notice procedures after debate and votes on several floor amendments, including one that would have transferred reserve funds and one proposing penalties for offshoring jobs.

The Iowa Senate just passed a controversial bill to codify the reemployment program, stirring debate over its impact on unemployment benefits and job security.

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‼️URGENT BILL ALERT - ACTION RESPONSE NEEDED
We need folks to testify against HSB 668 TOMORROW, Feb 5th at 8AM in the House Lounge on floor 2 of the Iowa State Capitol. The Republicans are trying to slip this legislation through without public input. 🧵

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Board of Regents unveils workforce‑alignment dashboard, says most majors break even quickly The Iowa Board of Regents received a seven‑month workforce alignment review and interactive dashboard tying majors to occupations, showing that under conservative assumptions most majors reach a break‑even point within three years and recommending better data linkages and public dashboards.

The Iowa Board of Regents just revealed a groundbreaking dashboard that shows most degree programs help students break even within three years—transforming the way we connect education to career success!

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Iowa workforce development system expands one-stop services and skills assessment programs Iowa enhances workforce development with one-stop services and statewide skills assessments for adults.

Iowa's Senate Bill 603 could revolutionize workforce development by integrating services and standardizing skill assessments, but what does this mean for job seekers and businesses?

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