The bill appropriates $130,000 from the workforce development fund for fiscal year 2027 to support a grant to New Pathways in Cambridge. This funding is designated for preemployment and job readiness programming aimed at families with children experiencing homelessness. The grant will facilitate individualized employment preparation, including assistance with resumes, job applications, interview readiness, and connections to local employers and training programs.

The programming funded by this grant is intended to help parents overcome barriers to employment while striving for stable housing and self-sufficiency. This will be achieved through case management, family education, and partnerships with community resources. Notably, this appropriation is a one-time allocation.