House committee moves Future Ready Iowa bill

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A House committee approved legislation aimed at expanding the Future Ready Iowa program, one of Gov. Kim Reynold’s top workforce development initiatives, the Des Moines Register reported. House Study Bill 602 creates a volunteer mentoring program, a registered apprenticeship development program, a summer youth intern program and assorted scholarships and funds. The idea is to encourage Iowans to have training beyond high school, whether that is a certificate program, a two-year degree or a four-year degree.