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c. 6. If using the basic skills deficient definition contained in WIOA Section 3(5)(B), include the State definition which must further define how to determine if an individual is unable to compute or solve problems, or read, write, or speak English, at a level necessary to function on the job, in the individual’s family, or in society. If not using the portion of the definition contained in WIOA Section 3(5)(B), indicate that is the case.

Current Narrative:

Definition of Basic Skills Deficient

The state continues to allow each local workforce development board’s definition of to determine if an individual meets the definition of basic skills deficient as generally defined in WIOA Section 3(5)(B) for individuals unable to compute or solve problems or read, write, or speak English at a level necessary to function on the job, in the individual’s family, or in society. The local workforce development board will include the definition of basic skills deficient in the LWDB’s local plan.