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Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 23, § 1. Louisiana Works established; purpose; definitions

Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

A. Louisiana Works is hereby created and established to operate an integrated workforce development delivery system in this state, in particular through the integration of case management, job training, employment and employment-related education and training programs, and to administer the state's vocational rehabilitation services, independent living services, and blind services programs, and to administer the state's unemployment, workers' compensation, and certain family support programs.

B. The duties of this department shall be exercised and discharged under the supervision and direction of the secretary. He shall have charge of the administration and enforcement of all laws, rules, policies, and regulations, which it is the duty of the department to administer and enforce, and shall direct all inspections and investigations, except as otherwise provided by law.

C. The department shall meet the needs of all of the following:

(1) The employers of this state for the development of a highly skilled and productive workforce.

(2) The workers of this state for education, skills training, and labor market information to enhance their employability, earnings, and standard of living.

(3) The people of this state for a smooth and effective transition into the workforce, particularly persons receiving public assistance, displaced homemakers, displaced workers, adults with limited literacy skills, individuals with disabilities, and students moving from school to work.

(4) The communities of this state for programs that create jobs, attract employers, and encourage business expansion and retention.

(5) The taxpayers of this state for the efficient and effective expenditure of tax revenues for workforce development.

(6) Individuals of this state with disabilities for vocational rehabilitation, independent living services, and blind services under the Rehabilitation Act and the Randolph-Sheppard Act.

D. As used in this Title, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following terms are defined as follows:

(1) “Council” means the Louisiana Workforce Investment Council.

(2) “Customer” means an individual who is eligible to receive assistance through Louisiana Works workforce or social service programs.

(3) “Department” means Louisiana Works.

(4) “Secretary” means the secretary of the department.

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