U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn Representative for Iowa's 3rd District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn Representative for Iowa's 3rd District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) has announced a $1 million investment for a new driving pad at the Indian Hills Community College Truck Driver Education Center in Ottumwa, Iowa.
“It’s time we start telling the truth: a four-year degree isn’t the only pathway to success. Hands-on learning opportunities open doors for Iowans to good-paying jobs,” said Rep. Nunn. “Indian Hills Community College and other community colleges in Iowa offer critical programs that help Iowans achieve success. This is a key investment to support Iowa’s workforce and economy.”
The funding was secured through the Community Project Funding process, which allows members of Congress to designate funding for essential initiatives. The $1 million was included in the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, signed into law on March 9, 2024.
“We are excited for the announcement and thankful to Congressman Zach Nunn for his diligent work to help secure federal funding that will support improvements to the Commercial Truck Driving Skills Training Facility at the Indian Hills North Campus,” said Dr. Matt Thompson, President of Indian Hills Community College. “Our goal is to continue to increase the number of trained commercial truck drivers to meet regional and statewide workforce needs. Commercial drivers earn great wages and are in significant demand. This project will assist Indian Hills in recruiting and training more drivers to meet the needs of business and industry across our 10 County Region.”
The $1 million investment will aid Indian Hills Community College in constructing a new Commercial Driving Skills Pad at its North Campus in Ottumwa.
Rep. Nunn made this announcement during a press conference with Dr. Matt Thompson at the North Campus Workforce Training Center.
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