Bill > HB5677

This bill establishes the Coalfield Career Pipeline Program, a new initiative aimed at increasing workforce training opportunities specifically within West Virginia's coalfield counties. The program is authorized to fund various training methods, including mobile Career and Technical Education (CTE) units, paid apprenticeships, and certification programs, all while fostering partnerships with local businesses. The bill prioritizes training in key sectors such as commercial driver licensing, diesel and heavy equipment mechanics, healthcare, information technology, electrical work, construction, and new energy trades, recognizing the evolving economic landscape of these regions. To ensure comprehensive and collaborative efforts, the program will give preference to applications that involve multiple government and educational entities, such as boards of education, workforce development boards, economic development authorities, county commissions, and regional planning and development councils.

Education

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