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DOL Awards $81 Million Restart Training Grants
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The U.S. Department of Labor on Feb. 25, 2026 announced $81 million in Restart grants to train formerly incarcerated individuals for employment in skilled trades and high-demand industries, funding up to 20 projects and prioritizing shipbuilding and registered apprenticeship partnerships. The grants cover training in AI infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, nuclear energy, transportation and IT, with applications due April 15, 2026.

