A 4917
Establishes five-year youth workforce readiness grant pilot program; appropriates $5 million.
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a five-year youth workforce readiness grant pilot program in New Jersey, allocating $5 million to support out-of-school time programs designed to prepare young people for the labor market. The program aims to increase access to education and training, improve workforce quality, and engage employers in addressing youth employment needs. It prioritizes serving youth from low-income households and underserved communities, and includes requirements for program evaluation and reporting.
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Kenyatta Stewart
Shanique Speight
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