ROY — State officials on Thursday announced they have launched a new initiative aimed at expanding workforce opportunities for Utahns who have struggled to re-enter the workforce following the economic constraints of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gov. Spencer Cox signed an executive order that directs state agencies to review ways that could make it easier for "returnship" for people and remove any barriers that would make it difficult for people to return to the workforce.
Utah is the first state to implement a program like what is being offered, according to Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson. She explained at a Thursday news conference that the program differs from an internship, which typically revolves around giving younger individuals job experience at the beginning of their careers.