Trump administration approves Arkansas’ plan to consolidate functions of workforce boards

By: Ainsley Platt

Outlets: Arkansas Advocate

Published: September 3, 2026

Words: 410

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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The federal government approved Arkansas’ plan to consolidate functions of its 10 independent workforce development boards, the state Department of Commerce announced Thursday.

The approved plan also combines Arkansas’ required Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and Carl Perkins Career and Technical Education Act state plans, a first for the state. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act is a 2014 law meant to assist job seekers with gaining employment, as well as the education …

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