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Workforce
Saying that a shortage of electrical workers may constrain America’s ability to build the infrastructure needed to support artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing and a shift to clean energy, Google on May 1 announced that it is supporting an effort to train 100,000 electrical workers and 30,000 new apprentices in the United States.
Bills and Rates
The Department of Health and Human Services recently announced the release of an additional $401.5 million in Fiscal Year 2025 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program funding.
Safety
The Florida Municipal Electric Association applauds the Florida Legislature for passing Senate Bill 1386/House Bill 857, “which installs further protections for utility workers by reclassifying and strengthening criminal penalties for those who knowingly commit assault or battery against a utility worker,” said Amy Zubaly, Executive Director, Florida Municipal Electric Association, on April 30.