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• Retaining, recruiting, and retaining in rural areas is tough for the clinical workforce and leadership
• So, in the workforce realm, HCAI seeks to expand and develop a health workforce that reflects California's
• We're seeking to develop a workforce that will serve in medically underserved areas, whether those be
• Therefore, awarding funds in shortage areas is an important part of our overall workforce strategy.
• One innovation that we're looking forward to is developing a primary care workforce supply and demand

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• Area development districts and workforce boards can help decide where these funds go.
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Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:07 Roll Call 00:00:25 Discussion of Lexington’s Housing Affordability Partnership 00:02:26 Discussion of Northern Kentucky’s Housing Blueprint 00:30:12 Discussion of Religious Institution Land Use 00:57:33 Discussion of Free-Market Solutions to Kentucky’s Housing Crisis 01:04:18 Adjournment 01:26:37, 958, all

Summary: The committee met without a quorum and began informally, with members noting this was the final information-gathering meeting on housing before a November meeting to discuss findings and report back to the LRC. The main presentation focused on the Lexington Affordable Housing Partnership, a public-private effort supported by a $10 million state allocation. Presenters described Fayette County’s housing shortage, citing a gap of more than 22,000 units, rising home prices, and the challenge of assembling land and capital for affordable projects. The partnership explained that five local banks created a $3 million capital investment fund to buy and hold land at no interest, with deed restrictions keeping the site at 80% or below area median income and allowing the banks to seek Community Reinvestment Act credit. The first project is a 12.5-acre former Transylvania University baseball field, planned for about 242 units, including detached homes, townhouses, garden-style apartments, and senior housing. Speakers said the project required extensive neighborhood engagement and zoning/development approvals, but that the planning phase is now largely complete and infrastructure work should begin soon. Financing details included roughly $64 million in additional funding through tax credit equity, market-rate loans, city support, Kentucky Housing Corporation resources, and donations from nonprofit partners. Developers said the multifamily bond applications are due to Kentucky Housing Corporation the next day, and they expect the land purchase to be repaid into the revolving fund once the property is entitled and closed, allowing the original $3 million to be redeployed for future projects. They estimated rental units could be filled within about six months of completion, while for-sale units would come online over 12 to 36 months. In discussion, members asked about regulatory barriers and project timelines. Presenters pointed to rising construction costs tied to new federal and state requirements, and one member highlighted the need to continue reviewing planning and zoning reforms to speed development plan approvals and reduce delays. The group also endorsed a possible statewide $20 million housing fund, a residential infrastructure fund, and efforts to avoid additional regulatory burdens on housing development.

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• , modernize the workforce and train that workforce.
• and modernizing our workforce.
• A workforce is coming from.
• workforce training programs.
• development.

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• THE PRESENTATION WILL BE KEY ON WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BECAUSE AS WE KNOW THE GOVERNOR IS HEAVILY INVOLVED
• IN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AS WELL AS SECRETARY KELLY.
• OF OPPORTUNITY ALLOWING FOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AS WELL AS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT THROUGH THOSE INVESTMENTS
• WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT HAS BEEN KEY TO OUR FUTURE AND THE MONEY WE INVEST THAT'S THE MONEY WE HAVE INVESTED
• WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDIZATION LEVERAGES EXPERTISE IN THAT AREA.

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• We really are the workforce development, workforce education state.
• Development Capitalization Incentive Grant, or Workforce CAP.
• At the same time, we've also used the workforce development capitalization fund to expand equipment and
• We're honored to have the opportunity to be a part of the solution to workforce development, not only
• employees and also to create a sustainable workforce development pipeline in that area.

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Higher Education received an overview of Florida’s career and technical education (CTE) system from Chancellor Kevin O’Farrell, who described the state’s CTE pathways, program types, enrollment and completion growth, quality audit metrics, and the Master Credentials List used to identify credentials of value. He highlighted record postsecondary CTE enrollment and completions, strong statewide performance in talent attraction, and several funding tools supporting expansion, including Open Door, the Florida First Responder Scholarship, Workforce Development Capitalization grants, Perkins funding, CAPE performance incentives, and apprenticeship grants. Senators asked about eligibility for Open Door and first responder aid, top industry certifications, and the teacher apprenticeship initiative. A panel of college and technical school leaders then described how state and federal funding has supported local program growth and facility expansion. Santa Fe College, Palm Beach State College, North Florida Technical College, Lake Technical College, Florida Gateway College, and Manatee Technical College each cited increases in enrollment, high placement or licensure pass rates, and new or expanded programs in nursing, welding, CDL, automotive, manufacturing, public safety, and apprenticeship. Several speakers emphasized partnerships with hospitals, employers, school districts, and local governments, and noted that grants helped fund equipment, renovations, and new training hubs. Palm Beach State also raised a request to broaden line funding beyond nursing to other health science fields, and multiple presenters asked for more flexibility, multi-year support, and continued or increased funding to sustain growth. Members discussed broader challenges, including the difficulty of sustaining grant-funded growth after initial awards, the lag between enrollment growth and funding formulas, and alignment problems for dual enrollment and technical programs with high school schedules. Senators also noted the need to balance support for high-demand core programs like nursing and welding with the ability to respond quickly to emerging industries such as AI and space. The meeting ended with no formal action beyond adjournment after Senator Davis moved to adjourn.

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• the Housing Development Fund.
• , and for our workforce housing projects, two are in urban areas and two are in rural areas.
• And as I mentioned earlier, about 25% of them are in rural areas and 75% are in urban areas.
• workforce housing.
• There is a bill to increase the distributions from the Workforce Apprenticeship and Development Trust

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• From their Center for Workforce and Talent Development to their brand new FBO at the Kerville Airport
• One other area where Texas Woman stands apart is addressing Texas workforce shortages in healthcare.
• In addition, much like other areas of excellence in healthcare and nursing, there's a tremendous workforce
• Uh, one, that is really through UH Energy is to focus on workforce development programs in close partnership
• area.

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• funds. workforce development program specific workforce development program specific to<00:40:22.960
• the workforce development fund. the workforce development fund.
• workforce development development fund. workforce development development fund.
• <01:26:51.520> I workforce development in Oatana. I workforce development in Oatana.
• I love the workforce development.

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• DEVELOPMENT WORKFORCE EDUCATION STATE.
• NUMBER ONE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BY 2030.
• WE REALLY HAVE BEEN BUSY AND FOCUSED ON ENSURING THAT OUR STATE'S NUMBER ONE IN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
• READY EMPLOYEES AND ALSO CREATE A SUSTAINABLE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PIPELINE IN THE AREA.
• THE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT GRANT HELPS US REPURPOSE AN OUTDOOR BAY INTO A 30.

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• The goal of the AWE project is to enhance workforce well-being through specialized leadership development
• We have three areas of focus for coaching: professional development, competency and skill development
• this entire approach to training our workforce and assisting our workforce.
• And have you looked at the potential of developing microcredentials in specific areas where you could
• And have you looked at the potential of developing microcredentials in specific areas where you could

Summary: The committee heard three presentations focused on child welfare workforce development and the needs of children in Florida’s dependency system. First, the Florida Institute for Child Welfare described its Grow Center and related initiatives, including academic curriculum enhancements, simulations, virtual reality training, coaching, on-demand learning, advanced certifications, and the planned Tallahassee learning lab opening in January 2026. Members asked about conflict resolution, domestic violence, addiction, and microcredentials; the presenter said the institute is expanding training in those areas and is working with DCF to align advanced certifications with the department’s career ladder. The Department of Children and Families then presented on the Continue the Mission initiative, which recruits veterans, military spouses, and former law enforcement officers into CPI, API, and case management roles. DCF said it has held more than 240 hiring events and hired 372 such workers since launch, while also improving recruitment and retention through higher starting pay, streamlined hiring, rebranding, wellness supports, and enhanced pre-service training. Senators asked about PTSD concerns, staffing levels, caseloads, hotline vacancies, and salaries; DCF said it had not seen direct PTSD issues from the hiring effort and provided figures including a $50,000 starting salary for CPIs, $37,000 for APIs, and average caseloads of 12 to 15 investigations for CPIs and about 10 for APIs. Finally, DCF discussed the increased acuity of children in the dependency system, explaining that fewer children are entering care overall but those who do often have more complex behavioral, mental health, developmental, or medical needs. The department highlighted a new Behavioral Qualified Residential Treatment Program (BQRTP) designed for youth who need more intensive support than traditional foster or group home settings but do not require inpatient psychiatric treatment; one facility is licensed with 12 of 14 beds filled, and DCF said it is seeking funding for placement for 230 youth total. Members pressed for details on licensure timelines, standards, funding, and the handling of crossover youth and lockouts, and DCF said it uses braided funding and works with DJJ, APD, and lead agencies through local and state review teams. A representative of the Florida Coalition for Children also testified, saying the issue is complex and multi-year, and that the coalition is working on possible legislative and programmatic solutions. The committee took no formal votes and adjourned after the presentations and discussion.

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• Our new workforce development program is experiencing is expanding career training and industry partnerships
• The requested funding will serve as a robust model. or workforce development for mental health throughout
• Research, Workforce Development, and Technology Transfer.
• As part of this initiative EECS is expanding our Rio Grande Valley Workforce Development Program, commonly
• We need additional support in our HR area, in our finance area, and our IT area.

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• Career education strengthens Florida's economy by developing a skilled workforce, supporting high-demand
• And that's been the use of the workforce development capitalization incentive grant.
• In conclusion, BBTC's commitment to CTE and workforce development remains unwavering.
• But continued investments in workforce development are going to attract new business.
• We continue to see growth, but continued investments in workforce development is going to attract new

Summary: The Education Postsecondary Committee met to hear an overview of Florida career and technical education (CTE) from Chancellor Kevin O’Farrell and presentations from Big Bend Technical College and Santa Fe College. O’Farrell described Florida’s CTE structure, including career clusters, postsecondary program types, enrollment and completion growth, apprenticeship expansion, and the state’s credentials review process. He said postsecondary CTE enrollment is near 480,000 students and completions reached a record 76,806, with strong growth in nursing, law enforcement, EMT, and other public-safety credentials. He also discussed the CTE audit, which uses retention/success, employment or continued education, and labor-market demand metrics; programs not meeting thresholds would eventually require phase-out plans beginning in 2026. He highlighted the workforce development capitalization grant as a major driver of program expansion and facility renovation, and answered questions about business outreach, construction trades, apprenticeships, and space-industry training. Shelby McCall of Big Bend Technical College described how the college responded to hurricanes, mill closures, and regional economic disruption by expanding rural workforce training. She highlighted aluminum welding, millwright, welding technology, health sciences, and a new advanced manufacturing facility funded by state grants and local partnerships, along with a new LPN-to-RN bridge program. She said the college has strong placement and certification results and is working with employers such as Lippert, NAMO, and others to align training with local demand. Senator Simon praised the college’s role in Taylor County’s recovery and workforce development. Dr. Paul Brody of Santa Fe College said state workforce grants have helped the college expand nursing, skilled trades, apprenticeship, automotive, diesel, and manufacturing programs, including partnerships with Bradford County Technical College, UF Health, Habitat for Humanity, and local employers. He reported growth in CTE enrollment, nursing credentials, apprenticeship enrollment, and job placement rates, and described new efforts in semiconductor training, CDL training, and a charter school model that combines high school, an AS degree, and industry credentials. The committee took no formal action beyond hearing the presentations and adjourned after Senator Berman moved to adjourn.

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• We are the state's lead workforce development agency, and we are also the state's community development
• In terms of workforce investments, then the nation now has made significant investments in this area.
• So as part of just development of our workforce, we continue to just invest through the apprenticeship
• The Early Learning Coalitions were initially ushered in under Governor Bush, under workforce development
• workforce, and they don't have the resources to be able to invest into that development.

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• The requested funding will serve as a robust model for workforce development for mental health throughout
• At A&M Texarkana, we are strategically focused on workforce alignment and workforce outcomes in our region
• Research, workforce development, and technology transfer.
• As part of this initiative, TES is expanding our Rio Grande Valley Workforce Development Program, commonly
• Texas's workforce.

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• That's fine, but for us to really develop how we are proposing to develop, we need that floor area ratio
• That's fine, but for us to really develop how we are proposing to develop, we need that floor area ratio
• That's fine, but for us to really develop how we are proposing to develop, we need that floor area ratio
• I'm not necessarily opposed to residential development in the Makai area, as of course is OHA.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint hearing of the Water and Land, Hawaiian Affairs, and Housing committees on January 29, 2025 focused on SB 534, with the chairs outlining hearing procedures, public testimony limits, and plans to allow extended presentations from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) and the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) before moving to other testifiers. The hearing was presented as a public, transparent discussion of OHA’s plans for Kakaʻako Makai, with committee members noting that decision-making would follow if time permitted. OHA testified in strong support of SB 534. The chair of OHA’s Board of Trustees said the bill was a novel proposal for the legislature and emphasized that OHA was bringing together a broad coalition of partners and stakeholders, including representatives from construction, hospitality, education, law enforcement, civil service, and schools, as well as longtime community advocates who have opposed development in Kakaʻako Makai. OHA’s presentation reviewed the history of the area, the creation and role of HCDA, prior master plans, the 2012 land conveyance to OHA, and the argument that OHA has not been able to realize the full economic value of the lands because desired entitlements were not secured. OHA linked the bill to its constitutional mission to improve conditions for Native Hawaiians and argued that the state’s housing crisis makes additional development, including residential use, especially important. A major theme of the testimony was housing. OHA argued that Hawaiʻi faces severe affordability pressures, out-migration, and workforce shortages, and said that residential development in Kakaʻako Makai would help address those needs while also supporting the value of the trust lands. The presentation described HCDA’s authority over zoning and development in Kakaʻako, the existing reserved housing requirements, and the need for a master plan that could move forward if SB 534 becomes law. No votes or final committee action were taken in the portion of the hearing provided; the discussion remained in the presentation and testimony phase.

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• of credential and in what areas of the state.
• So multiple-subject is a high-need area.
• , into a workforce collaborative.
• And as we know, special education is a high-shortage area. STEM is a high-shortage area.
• And as we know, special education is a high shortage area. STEM is a high shortage area.

Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Education Finance heard an extended discussion on state efforts to recruit, prepare, and retain teachers, with a focus on whether current programs are sustainable and well targeted. Testimony from the Learning Policy Institute, the Commission on Teacher Credentialing, the Department of Education, and the Legislative Analyst’s Office described persistent shortages, especially in special education, math, science, bilingual education, and high-need schools. Speakers emphasized that residency programs, Golden State Teacher Grants, National Board incentives, classified employee pathways, and undergraduate teacher pipelines have helped increase preparation and retention, but many of these efforts rely on one-time funding and lack long-term certainty. Committee members repeatedly raised concerns about the “leaky pipeline,” working conditions, the burden of student debt, and whether the state should simplify and institutionalize support for aspiring teachers rather than rely on a patchwork of grants. The agencies presented data showing continuing shortages and uneven distribution of fully credentialed teachers. CTC reported projected hiring needs of roughly 20,000 to 25,000 teachers annually, with the highest needs in self-contained classrooms, special education, and certain regions of the state. It also noted that emergency permits, waivers, and intern credentials remain high, and that teachers entering through those routes have higher turnover. LPI cited research showing residency-prepared teachers are more effective and more likely to stay, and argued that Golden State Teacher Grants attract candidates who might not otherwise enter teaching and help them complete preparation. CDE stressed that most new demand comes from attrition and urged support for multiple entry points, tuition assistance, and campus-based coursework. Several members also discussed the role of community college pathways, dual credentialing, and support for school leaders as part of retention. The LAO recommended rejecting the educator pipeline proposals under discussion, citing limited evidence of effectiveness and suggesting that any new spending should be more narrowly targeted to the highest-need schools and long-standing shortage subjects. The LAO also said that if the Legislature funds new programs this year, Proposition 98 would be preferable given the state’s fiscal condition. Committee members pushed back on the idea that declining enrollment or layoffs would solve shortages, noting that shortages and layoffs can coexist in different subject areas and regions. The discussion ended with agreement that staff would continue working with agencies on how to make teacher pipeline investments more consistent, coherent, and easier for candidates to navigate. The committee then turned to the Golden State Teacher Grant Program. Finance proposed $50 million in one-time General Fund support to extend the program for one additional year, while the LAO recommended rejecting the proposal because the first CSAC evaluation is not due until later in the year and because the funding would be non-Proposition 98. CSAC supported the extension, saying demand has been strong, over 20,000 aspiring educators have been served since 2021, and the agency had to pause applications after receiving more than 9,200 this year; it also said more than 2,500 candidates had already expressed interest for next year. Members asked how many students the new funding would serve, and CSAC estimated just under 5,000 awards at $10,000 each. The discussion also covered whether the grant could be moved into Proposition 98 and how the one-time nature of the funding affects confidence among prospective teachers.

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• So, our focus is really multiple. ...but we'll just say, with the basics of workforce development, we
• The refineries there really need a skilled workforce in the engineering area.
• workforce development.
• TEEX does other types of workforce development, like what...
• A workforce that serves rural regions will be a robust model for workforce development for mental health

Bills: SB1, SB 1

Keywords: appropriations, budget, state funding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, 1185, senate, all

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• Career education strengthens Florida economy by developing a skilled workforce, supporting high-demand
• And that's been the use of the workforce development, capitalization, incentive grant.
• The BTC commitment to C T E and workforce development remains unwavering through innovative programs.
• But when we talk about CTE and we talk about workforce development, what we're really talking about is
• Continued investment in workforce development is going to continue to uplift the people in the citizens

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• Melissa Sebeli is the director of workforce development programs at Mass Higher Hampton County Workforce
• And I think any workforce area that needs support, apprenticeships should be considered.
• So now I would really like to introduce Melissa Chabelli, who is the Director of Workforce Development
• Every workforce area tends to be very different.
• Every workforce area tends to be very different.

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Summary: The Workforce Support Subcommittee met to discuss using registered apprenticeships to help address workforce shortages in disability services, human services, and other high-need fields. Co-chairs and staff introduced the session as a follow-up to earlier discussions with state labor officials and representatives from developmental disability and behavioral health provider associations. The panel focused on how apprenticeships can create paid, structured pathways into jobs while also supporting credentialing and retention. Amara Ramon of the Division of Apprenticeship Standards explained how Massachusetts apprenticeship programs are registered and supported, including the roles of apprenticeship liaison staff, operations, quality assurance, and grant support. She described the core features of apprenticeships—paid on-the-job training, related technical instruction, wage progression, and industry credentials—and contrasted them with internships or co-ops. Melissa Chabelli of the MassHire Hampden County Workforce Board described the intermediary role her board plays in designing programs, registering apprentices, coordinating employers, and handling compliance. She emphasized flexibility, employer investment, tax credits, retention benefits, and the importance of mentors and local workforce partnerships. Lisa Morris of UMass Chan/For Health Consulting described a developing apprenticeship for medical interpreters, built from an existing training foundation and designed to address the gap between classroom preparation and work experience. She said the model would combine pre-apprenticeship training, employer interviews, 2,000 hours of apprenticeship, and related technical instruction tied to national certification. Speakers also discussed examples for nursing, early childhood education, CNC machining, and programs serving neurodivergent learners, including Bridgewater State’s Excel program. In response to audience questions, panelists said state agencies can serve as intermediaries, recruitment can come through career centers, youth programs, community colleges, ESL centers, and incumbent workers, and accommodations or modified curricula can support apprentices with disabilities. No votes were taken; the session ended with encouragement for attendees to contact the presenters and Division of Apprenticeship Standards for help developing programs.

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• The state's position is a national leader and workforce development.
• education programs come from the Workforce Development Fund provided through the GAA for fiscal year
• The largest share of our state investment comes through that Workforce Development Fund which flow to
• This chart before you illustrates the workforce development funds allocated to school districts over
• development, capitalization incentive Grant also known as Workforce Cap.