Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB108

Filed
11/10/08  
Out of Senate Committee
4/29/09  
Voted on by Senate
5/4/09  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the establishment and funding of a green job skills training program that includes training for certain youths and young veterans.

Impact

The bill is expected to have a significant impact on state laws regarding workforce development and training for green industries. It emphasizes a collaborative approach by requiring training programs to involve partnerships with educational institutions, local chambers of commerce, and economic development agencies. By focusing on retraining individuals from declining industries and targeting specific populations such as veterans and unemployed workers, the bill aims to build a highly skilled and productive workforce that meets the demands of emerging job markets.

Summary

SB108 aims to establish and fund a green job skills training program in Texas, specifically targeting workforce development in sectors related to renewable energy and energy efficiency. The bill proposes the creation of the Texas Green Job Skills Development Fund, which will be utilized for grant allocations to the Texas Workforce Commission. This initiative seeks to enhance employment opportunities in the green industry through targeted training programs, thereby promoting economic growth and sustainability in the state.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding SB108 may arise from concerns over funding and the effectiveness of the proposed training programs. While advocates highlight the importance of developing a workforce aligned with green industry needs, skeptics may question the adequacy of financial resources to support these initiatives. Additionally, there may be debates regarding the prioritization of green jobs in workforce policies, particularly in relation to other sectors that are equally critical for economic recovery and growth.

Companion Bills

TX HB516

Identical Relating to the establishment and funding of a green job skills training program.

Previously Filed As

TX HB5263

Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain taxable entities that provide certain employees with job-related skills training.

TX HB3723

Relating to the establishment of the Rural Workforce Training Grant Program.

TX HB2598

Relating to the establishment by the Texas Workforce Commission of a workplace soft skills training pilot program.

TX HB1703

Relating to the workforce development evaluation system administered by the Texas Workforce Commission, including the establishment of a workforce development career education and training evaluation pilot program.

TX HB400

Relating to innovation grant programs to support residency training programs in psychiatric specialty fields and recruitment, training, and retention programs in behavioral health fields.

TX HB1

Relating to primary and secondary education, including the certification, compensation, and health coverage of certain public school employees, the public school finance system, special education in public schools, the establishment of an education savings account program, measures to support the education of public school students that include certain educational grant programs, reading instruction, and early childhood education, the provision of virtual education, and public school accountability.

TX HB1

Relating to primary and secondary education, including the certification, compensation, and health coverage of certain public school employees, the public school finance system, special education in public schools, the establishment of an education savings account program, measures to support the education of public school students that include certain educational grant programs, reading instruction, and early childhood education, the provision of virtual education, and public school accountability.

TX HB13

Relating to training, preparedness, and funding for school safety and emergencies in public schools.

TX SB2367

Relating to the creation of programs and funding for investment in technology industries.

TX SB1633

Relating to the establishment of a school marshal and guardian training grant program.

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