The skilled trades need workers. So why are there still so few Black plumbers, electricians and HVAC techs?

HomeServe reports that Black workers are underrepresented in skilled trades, making up only 6% despite being 14% of the population, due to systemic barriers.

Expo Contratista Launches “Latino Build Show” to Help Fight Construction’s Skilled Worker Shortage at Phoenix Convention Center

Expo Contratista today announced the launch of the Latino Build Show PHOENIX, AZ / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 ...

Workers in skilled trades set to receive more career help from MOM, starting with electricians

Companies will also get more training help, such as up to $150,000 for job redesign projects. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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House bill would block colleges from hiring skilled workers from ‘foreign adversaries’

Iowa colleges would not be able to hire skilled workers from countries considered foreign adversaries under a bill advanced by the Iowa House.