State to fund advanced manufacturing job training

AP

ALBANY >> The New York State Senate has joined the Assembly in passing a bill that would provide grants for training in advanced manufacturing and technology.

The bill, sponsored by Sen. Joseph A. Griffo, R-Rome, and Assemblyman Al Stirpe, D-North Syracuse, passed the Senate Wednesday and the Assembly on March 6. It awaits approval the governor.

“Manufacturers upstate tell me we’ve got a real skills mismatch. Jobs are available, but the applicants lack the skills. In these instances, job training funds are essential,” said Griffo. “Unfortunately, there were no federal or state funds being offered for training that required education beyond a high school diploma, but less than that of a four-year degree. This was hurting people who couldn’t afford up to $5,000 for training in metal fabrication, machinery or computer programming, to name a few. This bill addresses that gap and provides needed funds to get people back to work.”

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