Governor Walz Announces Recipients of $20 Million in Training for Five High-Demand Career Areas
20 Mar 2024
Governor Tim Walz today announced the recipients of nearly $20 million in grants to grow Minnesota's workforce through the Drive for 5 Workforce initiative, a new effort to prepare more Minnesotans for high-demand jobs in five occupational categories: technology, the trades, caring professions, manufacturing and education.
"We're partnering with organizations across the state to expand job training programs and grow the workforce for the future," said Governor Walz. "By investing in career training, we're helping businesses find the skilled workers they need while helping Minnesotans find fulfilling careers and earn family-sustaining wages. This is good for our workers, our businesses and our economy."
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