Governor Hassan's Statement on Community College System of New Hampshire Receiving Grant to Expand Access to Apprenticeships

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Following today's announcement that the Community College System of New Hampshire was awarded $1.2 million from the U.S. Department of Labor to fund the ApprenticeshipUSA -- New Hampshire Project, helping to create a Registered Apprenticeship system in New Hampshire, Governor Maggie Hassan issued the following statement:

"The Community College System of New Hampshire has been integral in our efforts to build an even stronger workforce in New Hampshire, helping to ensure that our young people are equipped with the skills, knowledge and innovative thinking needed for success in the good jobs of the 21st century," Governor Hassan said. "The ApprencticeshipUSA grant will support the community college system's efforts and build on other initiatives already underway to develop a stronger apprenticeship system in New Hampshire that is responsive to industry demand and allows for the inclusion of all Granite Staters. The future economic sustainability of New Hampshire depends greatly on our ability to provide a strong economic foundation where all citizens have access to great jobs that provide a sustainable wage and growth opportunity, and I was proud to support the community college system's ApprenticeshipUSA grant to help us achieve that goal."

"I thank Senator Shaheen for her strong support of the ApprenticeshipUSA initiative since its creation in 2014, and I look forward to continue working with members from both parties to build an even stronger, more innovative New Hampshire where all Granite Staters who work hard have the opportunity to get ahead and stay ahead," Governor Hassan said.

The grant will fund the ApprencticeshipUSA -- New Hampshire project, which will serve 133 apprentices and will focus specifically on underrepresented populations, including those who are low-income, experience disabilities or have limited English proficiency, as well as youth, women and veterans.

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