U.S. DOL, Education Workforce Partnership Update Workforce Published:September 10, 2025 Dana Ritchie Rollup Image Page ContentOn September 8, the U.S. Departments of Labor and Education announced they have taken steps to integrate the federal government’s workforce portfolio through its partnership announced earlier this year. The departments are launching an integrated state plan portal that will streamline federal workforce development programs and allow Labor and Education to administer core Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act programs, including adult education. The U.S. Departments of Labor and Education will continue to provide states with additional guidance as these efforts are implemented. For any immediate program questions, state partners and grantees should reach out to their respective Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration or Department of Education Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education points of contact the announcement noted. Related Blogs FTC Issues RFI on Noncompete Agreements & Appeals Update 9.10.2025 Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act Resources 9.10.2025 TPS Update – Venezuela and Haiti 9.10.2025