AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSkilled Trades Hiring Push: Google.org says it will add $50M to train 300,000 Americans for skilled trades across 20+ states, aiming to feed infrastructure demand with union and contractor-backed programs. Workforce & Hiring Transparency: New York lawmakers passed a “ghost jobs” bill requiring employers to clearly state whether a posting is a real vacancy (and when hiring will happen), remove ads once filled, and face fines for noncompliance. Construction Labor Crunch: The NAHB warns the U.S. is short roughly 250,000 construction workers each month, worsening housing affordability as projects slow and costs rise. Local Hiring Event: Ocean State Job Lot will hold hiring events in St. Johnsbury, Vermont (June 24 and 26) for part-time seasonal roles, with walk-ins and online applications encouraged. Education Department Shakeup: The administration accelerates dismantling the U.S. Department of Education by shifting civil rights enforcement to DOJ and special education oversight to HHS, raising concerns for families and schools. Healthcare Careers Signal: Newsweek ranked three NJ children’s hospitals among the nation’s best, underscoring ongoing demand for pediatric specialty talent.
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