Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to support economic development by providing financial assistance to the YMCA of the North for workforce development services. This initiative focuses specifically on helping underserved youth and young adults with career training and job exploration.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $450,000 for fiscal year 2026 and another $450,000 for fiscal year 2027 to the YMCA of the North.
• These funds are intended to provide career exploration and job training through a partnership with Beacons Community College.
• The targeted beneficiaries are underserved youth and young adults, aiming to enhance their workforce skills.

Significant Changes

• This bill introduces a new financial grant to support workforce development for young people in partnership with a local educational institution, specifically tailored for those from underserved communities.

Relevant Terms

economic development, YMCA of the North, workforce development, job training, underserved youth, Beacons Community College, grant, career exploration.