Texas Statutes (Last Updated: January 4, 2014) |
GOVERNMENT CODE |
Title 4. EXECUTIVE BRANCH |
Subtitle A. EXECUTIVE OFFICERS |
Chapter 403. COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS |
Subchapter P. GREEN JOB SKILLS DEVELOPMENT FUND AND TRAINING PROGRAM |
Sec. 403.407. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS IN AWARDING GRANTS
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(a) In addition to the factors described by Sections 403.404 and 403.405, in determining whether to award a grant to an applicant under this subchapter, the comptroller shall give preference to a training program that:
(1) provides certification and a career advancement mechanism to a worker who receives green job skills training under the program; and
(2) leverages additional public and private resources to fund the program, including cash or in-kind matches.
(b) Grants shall be awarded in a manner that ensures geographic diversity.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 654 , Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2009.