Anna Smith at Industry Week reports the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) has announced $81 million in grants through the Reentry Employment in Skilled Trades, Advanced Manufacturing, Registered Apprenticeships and Training (RESTART) initiative, which will enable organizations to support training and employment pathways for formerly incarcerated individuals. The RESTART Grants, administered by the USDOL’s Employment and Training Administration, will enable organizations in high-demand industries to provide training for individuals with criminal records or those once involved in the Criminal Justice System. The USDOL expects to award up to 20 RESTART projects across the country and will give priority consideration to applicants in shipbuilding and those partnering with Registered Apprenticeship Program sponsors. Training services include work-based learning, Artificial Intelligence and digital literacy training, credential attainment and paid-work experience. About $30 million is being allotted to regional or national intermediary organizations that serve youth and young adults - and up to $5.1 million has been allotted for individual awards. Remaining funds will support State-led projects.

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