A well-written press release amplifies your policy win and shapes the narrative. This template gives you the structure and messaging to announce a successful skills-based hiring ordinance to media and stakeholders.

Based on the Chicago Skills-Based Hiring Ordinance release, it includes local data, leadership quotes, organizational endorsements, and clear policy language. Customize with your ordinance details, STAR population numbers, leadership names, and supporting organizations.

What's in this template

Header with contact and release details. Headline announcing the ordinance passage. Local STAR and veteran population statistics. Leadership quotes. Supporting organization statements. Plain-language policy explanation. Effective date and next steps.

How to customize

Replace leadership names with your officials. Swap in your city's STAR and veteran data. Add local leadership quotes and organization statements. Update ordinance details and decision-making body. Customize effective date and implementation timeline.

Who this is for

City council members, communications teams, advocacy organizations, workforce development groups, and government agencies announcing or implementing skills-based hiring policies.

Interactive Policy Playbook

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