Houston City College, Tesla among recipients of $1.7M Texas job training grants – Click2Houston

Houston City College, Tesla among recipients of $1.7M Texas job training grants  Click2Houston

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and the Texas Workforce Commission awarded four Skills Development Fund grants totaling $1,726,092 to train 689 workers in high-demand fields across Houston and the Rio Grande Valley. HOUSTON – Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced four Skills Development Fund grants totaling $1,726,092 to help train workers in the Houston and Rio Grande Valley areas. Administered by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), the grants will fund customized training for 689 new and current workers in high-demand fields including manufacturing, technology and logistics — with the bulk of the investment landing in Houston. “Texas is the best state in the nation for job creation and economic opportunity,” Abbott said. “These grants will equip 689 Texans with the skills they need for high-demand careers, help businesses find qualified workers, and ensure our state remains a leader in economic growth.” Three of the four grants — totaling $1,557,005 — were awarded to Houston City College and local employer partners.

TWC Chairman Joe Esparza presented the awards during a ceremony at Houston City College, bringing together representatives from Tesla Inc., Watchfire Signs LLC, Texas Tissue Converting LLC, Karsten Management LLC and other community partners. “When we align local training directly with the needs of expanding industries, we strengthen the regional economy,” Esparza said. “These Skills Development Fund grants empower Houston City College