This legislative bill allocates a total of $1.5 million from the Workforce Development Fund to a program called Bridges to Healthcare over two fiscal years—$750,000 in 2026 and $750,000 in 2027. This money is to be used by the Commissioner of Employment and Economic Development to provide grants to the Bridges to Healthcare program. The program focuses on offering career education, support services, and job skills training specifically in healthcare fields. It targets low-income parents, non-native English speakers, and others who typically have difficulties accessing training. The aim is to aid these individuals in securing sustainable jobs within the healthcare sector, while also addressing labor shortages in this critical industry. The funds can be used for various program-related expenses such as hiring staff, renting space, and supporting participants with course fees, child care, transportation, and housing. Additionally, a small portion of the funds (up to five percent) can be used to cover the program's administrative costs.