Feb 8, 2026Strategic plan
Montana Workforce Strategy
This document outlines Montana's comprehensive workforce strategy, emphasizing alignment with the national 'Make America Skilled Again' (MASA) initiative through block grants, apprenticeship expansion, and data-targeted training. It introduces the '406 JOBS initiative' as a statewide framework designed to unify and modernize the workforce system, focusing on '4 pathways to a career,' '0 barriers to employment,' and addressing '6 High Demand Industries.' The plan aims to increase labor force participation, reduce employment barriers, and promote financial self-sufficiency, supported by legislative reforms such as HB 336 (licensing reform) and programs like 'Build Montana'.