Posted at 2:34 p.m., Thursday, January 11, 2007
Laid off Del Monte workers can get federal assistance
Advertiser Staff
Hundreds of workers who lost their jobs when Del Monte Fresh Produce abruptly ended its operations in the state have qualified for federal assistance under two programs, Sens. Daniel K. Inouye and Daniel Akaka announced today.The workers are eligible for the U.S. Department of Labor's Trade Adjustment Assistance and Alternative Trade Adjustment programs that provide laid-off workers with new job training and help them find new employment.
Income allowances are available for some workers who are participating in full-time training. In addition, wage subsidies are available for eligible workers aged 50 or older who find new employment at a lower salary.
