(NAFB.com) – Agriculture Secretary Brooke L. Rollins and Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer on Friday signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at helping low-income Americans connect with education, training and long-term employment. The agreement formalizes cooperation between the Agriculture Department and the Labor Department to better align workforce programs, particularly for people receiving public assistance such as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. Officials said the partnership is designed to reduce reliance on government aid while strengthening the nation’s labor force. Rollins said the collaboration will expand access to career and technical education and improve pathways to steady work, aligning with the administration’s push to require work, training or volunteer activity for work-capable individuals receiving benefits. She said the effort reflects a broader goal of moving people “from the sidelines to the workforce.” Chavez-DeRemer said the Labor Department is focused on connecting Americans with “sustainable jobs” and promoting self-sufficiency. She described the agreement as a way to streamline services and better serve workers seeking opportunity.
