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Lawmakers point businesses to state workforce office and promise follow-up after joint manufacturing hearing
Senate Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs; House Commerce · April 2, 2026
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Summary
Committee chairs thanked witnesses and directed businesses to the newly created Office of Workforce Strategy and Development as a central point of contact; members said they will review gaps in resources and how programs are communicated to employers.
After hours of testimony from manufacturers large and small, committee leaders urged business witnesses to connect with state workforce staff and pledged committee follow-up.
Sen. Allison Clarkson opened and closed the joint hearing and emphasized accessibility of…
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