Rapid Response Supplemental Funding - Workforce Development & Adult Learning

Recognizing that there may be instances that warrant a need for additional resources to support impacted workers via Rapid Response, MD Labor has established a process for Local Workforce Development Areas (Local Areas) to request additional funds in certain situations.

In order for MD Labor to consider a request, the Local Area must:

1. Have obligated at least 80% of its WIOA Title I Dislocated Worker funds on hand, which includes the initial allotment of Rapid Response funds that is packaged as a part of the annual allotment.
2. Articulate a demonstrated need for additional resources to support impacted workers, which may include temporary staffing needs in certain scenarios.
3. Provide a funding proposal that explains how additional funds would be put to use, including:
   1. Amount requested;
   2. Uses of funds;
   3. Time period that funds will be used within; and
   4. Expected outcomes of funds.

The application to apply for funds can be found below:

• Rapid Response Program Application
• Rapid Response Application Budget

Contingent upon the availability of funds, MD Labor’s Office of Workforce Development will consider requests and provide a response to the Local Area within five business days of request receipt.

For questions, please contact dlwdalrapidresponse-labor@maryland.gov or refer to the Rapid Response policy.