Eight States Receive $3 Million in Job-Training Grants From DOT

Eight states will receive $3 million in grants to advance job-training programs in the transportation sector for underrepresented job candidates, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced June 14.

The grants are meant to enhance training opportunities, apprenticeships and training for an underrepresented demographic looking to take on a career in transportation, construction or engineering. The grants are part of DOT’s “Ladders of Opportunity” initiative.

The states awarded grants are California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Missouri, Montana, Pennsylvania and Virginia.

“Training programs like these create opportunities for workers in the short term and ensure that the next generation is ready for the challenges that will face America’s transportation system in the years ahead,” Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx said.

“By giving people the specialized training our transportation system needs, we can ensure that our transportation system remains safe and efficient for decades to come,” said Gregory Nadeau, chief of the Federal Highway Administration.