The General Assembly Raised Bill No. 1259 aims to address workforce shortages and enhance workforce development and training in the state. It mandates the Commissioner of Economic and Community Development to conduct a comprehensive study that analyzes the impact of workforce shortages and the availability of training on commercial activities within the state. The findings of this study are to be reported to the relevant joint standing committee of the General Assembly by January 1, 2026. The bill introduces new legal language that establishes the requirement for this study, specifically noted as Section 1 from passage New section. There are no deletions from current law in this bill, as it primarily focuses on the introduction of new provisions to facilitate the study and reporting process. The overall purpose is to better understand and address the challenges posed by workforce shortages in the state.