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MS HB988
Bill
Status
Failed
2/9/2023
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Felsher
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AI Summary
- Creates the Mississippi Youth Career and Workforce Preparation Grant Program administered by the Office of Workforce Development with the Mississippi Department of Employment Security as fiscal agent
- Provides grant funding to youth development non-profit organizations affiliated with congressionally chartered national organizations to support after-school programs developing soft and hard skills focused on career and workforce preparation
- Grant funds may be used for workforce readiness, training, subcontracted services, equipment, personnel, software, technology, and transportation
- Applicants must submit grant narratives and budgets identifying intended use, specific workforce readiness programs, local economic connections, community partners, and employers involved
- Office of Workforce Development may use up to 5% of appropriated funds for program administration and shall submit annual reports to the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and legislative leadership on fund allocation and participant numbers
Legislative Description
Mississippi Youth Career and Workforce Preparation Grant Program; create.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
2/9/2023
Committee Referrals
Workforce Development1/16/2023
Full Bill Text
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