Text of subchapter effective on September 1, 2009, but only if a specific appropriation is provided as described by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 654, Sec. 4, which states: This Act does not make an appropriation. This Act takes effect only if a specific appropriation for the implementation of the Act is provided in a general appropriations act of the 81st Legislature.
SUBCHAPTER P. GREEN JOB SKILLS DEVELOPMENT FUND AND TRAINING PROGRAM
Sec. 403.401. PURPOSE. The purpose of this subchapter is to:
(1) promote green industry employment opportunities, including through the establishment of training programs to enhance green job skills and create career opportunities that result in high-wage jobs;
(2) foster regional collaboration for the development of green industry employment opportunities;
(3) assist in the development of a highly skilled, high-wage, and productive workforce in the green industry; and
(4) assist workers with obtaining education, skills training, and labor market information to enhance their employability, earnings, and standard of living.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 654 (H.B. 1935), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2009.