The public comment period on the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) proposed federal grant regulation changes has officially closed, but the advocacy effort is far from over.
Now is the time for workforce development professionals to take the next critical step: ensuring that Members of Congress and Governors understand the real-world impact these proposed changes could have on workforce programs, organizations, and the communities they serve.
If implemented as proposed, the regulations could create significant administrative burdens, increase operational uncertainty, limit opportunities for staff professional development, and place additional constraints on workforce boards and service providers across the country. These changes have the potential to affect not only how organizations operate, but also their ability to effectively serve job seekers, employers, and local economies.
Your Voice Matters
Policymakers need to hear directly from the professionals who understand the workforce system best.
As a workforce development professional, you see firsthand how federal policies translate into services, outcomes, and opportunities in your community. Your experience provides valuable insight into how these proposed changes could affect program delivery, partnerships, and the people who rely on workforce services every day.
Sharing specific examples from your organization and community can help elected officials better understand the practical consequences these proposed regulations may have if they move forward.
Take Action
NAWDP encourages members to contact:
- Your U.S. Senators and Representatives
- Your State Governor
- Key state and local policymakers involved in workforce and economic development
When reaching out, explain how the proposed changes could impact your organization’s operations, staff development, partnerships, and ability to serve job seekers and employers effectively. Personal examples and local context can be especially powerful in demonstrating what’s at stake.
Use the Advocacy Toolkit
To support your outreach efforts, NAWDP encourages members to use the advocacy toolkit developed in partnership with the National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB).
The toolkit includes background information on the proposed regulations, key talking points, and resources that can help you communicate the potential impacts to elected officials and policymakers.
Together, we can help ensure that federal grant policies support a strong, effective workforce development system rather than creating barriers to serving our communities.
Thank you for continuing to advocate for the workforce profession and the individuals, businesses, and communities that depend on it.
