Montana governor Greg Gianforte and the Montana Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) announced the state secured a nearly $2 million investment to provide workforce retraining and support services for workers impacted by the closures of Pyramid Lumber in Seeley Lake and Roseburg Forest Products in Missoula.

The grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor assists dislocated workers and those indirectly impacted by partnering with local organizations to deliver career services, training opportunities, and other transitional resources to provide new employment opportunities. Earlier, the Department of Labor announced the first disbursement of $800,000 to DLI.

Through its Job Service offices, DLI will partner with local economic development organizations, training entities and employers, the Business Engagement Team, and the Registered Apprenticeship Program to develop a workforce plan that identifies the best training opportunities to provide industry-recognized credentials and certifications aligned with high-demand occupations in the region.