Policies & Guidance

To issue State policy concerning the definition of a substantial layoff.

To establish guidance and policy for Unemployment Insurance (Ul)-approved training for Wagner-Peyser (WP) participants or registered-only individuals enrolled in approved programs at a state technical college. 

To provide guidance on the operation of Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) programs funded through local WIOA Title I Adult and Dislocated Worker program funds (local IWT) and Governor's Reserve or Statewide program funds (statewide IWT). Unless otherwise specified, the provisions outlined below apply to both local and statewide IWT programs. This policy guidance replaces State Instruction 17-03, Change 1.

This guidance updates the list of activity codes for the Wagner-Peyser (WP) program, to include the addition of "UI Claimant in GED Program." 

To provide updated guidance on data reporting requirements for Eligible Training Providers (ETPs) under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

To provide guidance on the process by which organizations qualify as eligible providers of training under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and the roles and responsibilities of the State and Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDB) regarding the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL).

This State guidance increases the mileage reimbursement rate pursuant to transportation allowances, subsistence, job search allowances, and relocation allowances under the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Program.

This State guidance increases the mileage reimbursement rate pursuant to transportation allowances, subsistence, job search allowances, and relocation allowances under the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Program.

To further clarify previously issued guidance on the use of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds for Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) services.

To provide guidance on the use of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA} funds for Incumbent Worker Training (IWT} services.