The bill proposes the establishment of the Community Connectors Workforce Program under section 3301.25 of the Revised Code, aimed at connecting students with job opportunities, internships, and career professionals within their communities. The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce will oversee the program, while educational service centers will administer it for participating school districts. Each center is required to employ or contract with one to three directors who will facilitate the program, ensuring they have relevant experience in job placement, school counseling, or education. The directors will collaborate with local OhioMeansJobs centers, determine student participation, create application procedures, and provide training in soft and professional skills.

The bill also includes an appropriation of $8 million from the General Revenue Fund for the Community Connectors Workforce Program, with funds allocated equally among educational service centers and proportionally based on student counts. The directors will be responsible for reporting on student participation and placements, and any business employing students through the program must comply with minor labor laws. This initiative aims to enhance career readiness among students and facilitate their transition into the workforce.