Gov. Tony Evers announced a $130 million investment for solutions to help address the state’s post-pandemic workforce needs. The funds will be invested into Wisconsin’s workforce across three programs to support connecting unemployed or underemployed workers with new opportunities and incentivizing innovative solutions to regional workforce challenges. Programs include:
- A $100 million Workforce Innovation grant program to encourage regions and communities to develop long-term solutions to the workforce challenges the state faces in the wake of COVID-19;
- $20 million toward the Worker Advancement Initiative, which will offer subsidized employment and skills training opportunities with local employers ; and
- $10 million for a Worker Connection Program which will provide workforce career coaches who will connect with individuals attempting to reengage in the workforce.
