Tennessee Department of Labor seeks funding for youth jobs, reentry and apprenticeships in FY27 budget presentation Commissioner Denise Thomas told the committee the department requests $8 million (nonrecurring) to continue the Tennessee Youth Employment program, $1.5 million for a reentry employment program, and continued funding to expand rural health‑care apprenticeships; the department cited workforce modernization wins and a $1.54 billion unemployment trust fund balance.

Tennessee's workforce is on the rise as Commissioner Denise Thomas unveils a bold FY27 budget plan aimed at boosting youth employment and expanding apprenticeship opportunities!

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