Independent initiative

The State of Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation will receive a $2.26 million cooperative agreement award from the Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration. The funding is provided through the WIOA Dislocated Worker National Reserve Technical Assistance and Training program (CFDA 17.281) to support the coordination, development, and provision of appropriate training, technical assistance, staff development, and other activities. This includes assistance in replicating programs of demonstrated effectiveness to support states, local areas, and other stakeholders in serving dislocated workers. The period of performance is September 30, 2021 through September 30, 2024. As the recipient of this cooperative agreement, the State of Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation will utilize the funding to deliver technical assistance and workforce training services that support the goals of the Dislocated Worker program.