News and Announcements

2024 Climate Law established special commission to develop a report on the impacts of the clean energy transition on workers employed in fossil fuel industries

New leadership highlights commitment to regional workforce partnerships and innovation

Labor Force Participation Rate increases, State gains 6,000 jobs

Unemployment remains below national rate; more than 27,000 jobs added in the past year

Awards will help train 80 individuals in high-demand occupations

Funds will result in 514 apprentices and pre-apprentices trained and placed in fields like health care, manufacturing, clean energy, and life sciences.

Labor force continues post-pandemic growth; unemployment remains below national level

Administration also launches equity workforce data dashboard for veterans

Improved front-door experience allows for employers and jobseekers to navigate resources; connects employers and industry to skilled talent, and jobseekers to employment opportunities across Massachusetts