The bill amends the Workforce Development Act of December 18, 2001, to enhance the definitions and responsibilities of local workforce development boards. It introduces new definitions, including "aggregated statistical form," "application for benefits," "data dashboard," and "new hire database," which clarify the types of data that can be utilized for workforce development purposes. Additionally, it mandates that local workforce development boards receive and utilize information from the new hire database and unemployment data when developing local plans and assessing program eligibility, while allowing for exemptions upon written request.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a requirement for the development and maintenance of a data dashboard by the Center for Workforce Information and Analysis, which will provide accessible data for local boards. It outlines the technical assistance that will be provided to these boards for effective data use and interpretation, ensuring that no fees are charged for this assistance. The bill also emphasizes the importance of confidentiality and protection of disclosed information, detailing allowable uses and the necessary agreements to safeguard data sharing. The act is set to take effect six months after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 55 (Jan 22, 2025): P.L.949, No.114
Printer's No. 986 (Jun 24, 2025): P.L.949, No.114
Printer's No. 0055: P.L.949, No.114