Bill > AB162

This bill requires state agencies and authorities that operate workforce development programs to track and report annually on their program performance using six specific performance indicators from the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). These indicators include measuring employment rates at two and four quarters after program participants exit (tracking the percentage of individuals in unsubsidized jobs), analyzing median earnings of employed participants, assessing credential attainment (such as high school diplomas or postsecondary credentials), tracking participants' skill gains while in education or training programs, and evaluating employer effectiveness by determining the percentage of participants who remain employed with the same employer in the second and fourth quarters after program exit. By mandating these comprehensive metrics, the bill aims to provide transparent and standardized performance data for workforce development initiatives, which can help policymakers and administrators understand program effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and ensure that workforce training efforts are meeting their intended goals of helping participants secure stable employment and develop valuable skills.

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https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/asm/bill/ab162