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Nebraska’s New Workforce Pell Grant | Sioux City News
Nebraska’s Governor Jim Pillen is launching a bold new federal initiative: the Workforce Pell Grant Program, designed to fast-track people into high-demand careers like pharmacy techs, truck drivers, and tech roles through short, affordable training courses. These 8-15 week programs must prove they deliver results—with 70% completion and 70% job placement rates. Backed by the federal government, this smart investment tackles the state’s skills gap head-on, giving workers a quicker, more accessible path to stable careers while ensuring businesses get the talent they need. Listen in comfort:Get…
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