New Chamber report shows how substance use disorder contributes to workforce challenges

by Sawyer Coffey - The Bottom Line News

Kentucky continues to struggle with a major substance use disorder crisis, with devastating effects not only on public health and families but also on Kentucky’s economy and workforce. In fact, substance use disorder, or SUD, is a key reason why Kentucky has one of the lowest workforce participation rates in the nation, according to a new report by the Kentucky Chamber Center for Policy and Research titled Working Towards Recovery.

Read more: https://kychamberbottomline.com/2023/05/08/new-chamber-report-shows-how-substance-use-disorder-contributes-to-workforce-challenges/

Bipartisan bill removes barriers for people with criminal convictions to find employment

by NCPA Staff - North Central PA

Harrisburg, Pa. - Building on criminal justice reforms and fulfilling a recommendation to modernize job licensing, Governor Tom Wolf signed Senate Bill 637, which removes outdated licensing barriers so skilled workers with criminal records can get a second chance and start good careers.

Read more: https://www.northcentralpa.com/news/local/bipartisan-bill-removes-barriers-for-people-with-criminal-convictions-to-find-employment/article_9fc60b70-bbd0-11ea-bbf1-a79b8c1b9d00.html