Located in:
- Program-specific Requirements for Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth Activities under Title I-B
The Unified or Combined State Plan must include the following with respect to activities carried out under subtitle B—
b. 4. Describe how the State will implement and monitor for the Adult Priority of Service requirement in WIOA section 134 (c)(3)(E) that requires American Job Center staff, when using WIOA Adult program funds to provide individualized career services and training services, to give priority of service to recipients of public assistance, low-income individuals, and individuals who are basic skills deficient (including English language learners).
Current Narrative:
DWD collaborated with U.S. Department of Labor to revise and publish updated Adult Priority of Service guidance in 2023. (See Policy 2019-04, Change 2 at https://www.in.gov/dwd/compliance-policy/policy/active/). Additionally, local areas must have written policies that delineate how they will give priority of service and must adhere to these policies. DWD will review data and local policies to ensure priority is being carried out appropriately and will provide technical assistance as needed. DWD is continuing to evaluate local level benchmarks and will review data and local policies to ensure priority is being carried out appropriately. Technical assistance will be provided as needed.