October is National Employment Disability Awareness Month. Montana’s labor force participation rate among the disabled is 49.5% compared with the national rate of 47.2%. This indicates among Montanans with disabilities; many potential workers remain overlooked in the labor market. Learn more: wsd.dli.mt.gov/job-seeker/disability-resources.
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Governor Greg Gianforte joined Capital One on May 14 to celebrate Bozeman’s recognition as a national entrepreneurship hub based on strong local business growth metrics. The event included announcements about new investments supporting rural entrepreneurs throughout Montana.
Governor Greg Gianforte met with local law enforcement officials in Butte during Police Week. The meeting addressed public safety challenges including drug trafficking and behavioral health issues while highlighting recent state investments.
Governor Greg Gianforte has announced a new apprenticeship program designed to train more teachers in Montana. The initiative includes partnerships with Western Governors University and multiple school districts statewide. Officials say it aims to address ongoing educator shortages.
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