On Tuesday, Governor Matt Bevin and Workforce Development Secretary Hal Heiner announced the launch of the second round of funding for the Kentucky Work Ready Skills Initiative. Applications for $34 million in funding are due by March 16. The second round of bond funding is part of a $100 million statewide bond program aimed at developing a highly trained, modernized workforce in the Commonwealth to meet the needs of employers and promote sustainable incomes for Kentuckians. Secretary Heiner said it is exciting to see the partnerships that lead to high-demand, good-paying careers for our citizens.