Rick West at The Daily Herald in Chicago reports roughly $8 million in Federal funding will help Illinois high schools train students for positions operating heavy machinery and secure high-paying careers in fields facing critical workforce shortages.  U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi visited South Elgin High School to announce the grant provided through the Apprenticeships Build America Program.  Representatives of industry groups and a National Apprenticeship Program joined local school officials for the announcement in an automotive shop classroom.  The Youth Workforce Development Foundation and the Associated Equipment Distributors will partner with SkillsUSA Illinois, Incorporated to provide Heavy Equipment and Diesel Technology Training Programs that can be cost-prohibitive for schools.

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