The bill requires the office of future of work (office) to contract
with a third party to study workforce transitions in Colorado's economy. The workforce transitions study (study) must:
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Evaluate the skill transferability of workers in the oil and gas industry and in occupations in Colorado that are facing the most disruption due to automation; •
Explore training availability, skills needed, and transition strategies; and
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Provide recommendations for programs and policies to prepare the workforce for these transitions.
On or before December 1, 2024, the office is required to submit a
report of the study's research and findings to the governor and to the business, labor, and technology committee of the senate and the business affairs and labor committee of the house of representatives.
