1. (1) The legislature finds and declares that:

   1. (a) many Montanans need access to information and high quality services in order to manage their careers; and
   2. (b) Montana businesses need skilled workers.

2. (2) It is the intent of the legislature to establish and continually improve a workforce development system that:

   1. (a) streamlines services through better integration in a one-stop delivery system;
   2. (b) empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their careers and career preparation;
   3. (c) provides for universal access;
   4. (d) calls for increased accountability through a series of performance indicators and consumer reports;
   5. (e) focuses on promoting personal responsibility; and
   6. (f) efficiently provides services to guarantee maximum impacts.

History: En. Sec. 1, Ch. 424, L. 2001.