Now fully operational, the Lower Rio Grande Valley and the North East Texas Workforce Development Boards round out the statewide network of boards that offer services to both employers and job seekers in all 254 Texas counties. Each of the 28 workforce boards is responsible for the planning, oversight and evaluation of federal workforce services in the board's specific area. The Texas Workforce Commission provides technical oversight of the boards to ensure proper implementation of the services and expenditure of federal funds. The most effective way for communities to grow is with local expertise,said TWC Chair Diane Rath. That is why the Workforce Network offers the best way for employers and workers in Texas to succeed.
Local success spurs statewide success.
Workforce development boards, in conjunction with TWC, offer a full range of free services at local workforce centers to help keep Texas economy strong and businesses competitive. The full array of local services offered allows each board to highlight workforce strengths, said T.P. OMahoney, TWC commissioner representing labor. At the same time, workers and employers both can get the assistance they need to succeed. The workforce development board network resulted from the passage of Texas House Bill 1863 in 1995. The law enabled community leaders to address local demands for placement and workforce training.