Establishes the "Youth Workforce Development Program"

HB 1449 establishes the "Youth Workforce Development Program" to provide job training, internships, and life skills support for at-risk youth aged 12-21 in counties with over one million residents or certain cities. The program directly serves youth involved in the juvenile justice system, those with documented risk factors (like school suspensions, homelessness, or substance abuse exposure), and those referred by courts, schools, or social services. Key provisions include creating vocational training and high school completion opportunities within juvenile detention facilities, partnering with local businesses for job placements, and funding through a dedicated state fund for program costs like transportation and mental health services. Annual reports will track participant outcomes, including employment rates and recidivism, with the program set to sunset after six years unless reauthorized.