Governor's Workforce Development Board Policy 2026
This policy establishes Maryland's comprehensive framework for the implementation and oversight of the federal Workforce Pell Grant program. It outlines state standards and an eligibility determination process for short-term, career-focused training programs, focusing on rigorous performance requirements, alignment with high-skill, high-wage, or in-demand occupations, employer hiring needs, and academic credit articulation. The framework details governance, application, and review procedures involving the Governor's Workforce Development Board, Maryland Higher Education Commission, and Maryland Department of Labor, with the objective of directing resources to high-performing programs that address critical workforce needs and promote economic growth within the state.