Senate Bill 803 aims to expand the scope of the Fast Forward Program, which is administered by the Department of Workforce Development and provides grants for workforce training. The bill proposes to renumber and amend existing legal language regarding grants for teacher training, specifically removing the reference to "teachers in dual enrollment programs" and instead categorizing it under a broader introduction that includes dual enrollment programs as one of the authorized purposes for grants.
Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision that allows for grants to be awarded for programs that offer evidence-based educational training, leadership development, on-site job experience, and other support aimed at equipping individuals with the necessary skills and experience to pursue careers as teachers. This change is intended to enhance the training and preparation of future educators in Wisconsin.