This bill establishes the Office of Business Workforce Solutions within Louisiana Works, aimed at enhancing business-related workforce services across the state. It amends existing laws to define the duties and functions of the Louisiana Workforce Investment Council in collaboration with this new office. Key provisions include the creation of the Business Workforce Committee, which will consist of business representatives and will serve as an advisory body to the Office of Business Workforce Solutions. The committee will provide input on the office's annual plans, recommend performance metrics, and report on the office's results to the council.

Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of the Office of Business Workforce Solutions, which include managing business-related programs, coordinating workforce services, and aligning workforce development with economic goals. It also specifies that the office will be exempt from the state procurement code, allowing for more flexibility in its operations. The legislation emphasizes the importance of integrating various workforce initiatives and ensuring that training programs meet the needs of employers and the labor market.

Statutes affected:
HB951 Original: 39:1554(T)
HB951 Engrossed: 39:1554(T)
HB951 Reengrossed: 39:1554(T)
HB951 Enrolled: 23:1514(D)(4), 39:1554(T)
HB951 Act 856: 23:1514(D)(4), 39:1554(T)