Improving Opportunities for New Americans Act of 2021

12/31/2022, 4:58 AM

Improving Opportunities for New Americans Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of Labor to study and report on the factors affecting employment opportunities for immigrants and refugees with professional credentials obtained in other counties, including policy recommendations for assisting those individuals in obtaining skill-appropriate employment in the United States.

Bill 117 hr 4179, also known as the Improving Opportunities for New Americans Act of 2021, aims to support and empower immigrants in the United States by providing them with resources and opportunities to succeed. The bill focuses on improving access to education, job training, and other services for new Americans.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to fund organizations that provide services to immigrants, such as English language classes, job training, and legal assistance. These grants would help support organizations that are already working to help immigrants integrate into American society.

Additionally, the bill seeks to improve access to higher education for immigrants by expanding eligibility for federal student aid programs. This would make it easier for immigrants to pursue higher education and gain the skills they need to succeed in the workforce. Overall, the Improving Opportunities for New Americans Act of 2021 aims to provide immigrants with the support they need to thrive in the United States. By investing in education, job training, and other services, the bill seeks to empower immigrants to reach their full potential and contribute to the country's economy and society.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 4179

Introduced on
2021-06-25

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/25/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Improving Opportunities for New Americans Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of Labor to study and report on the factors affecting employment opportunities for immigrants and refugees with professional credentials obtained in other counties, including policy recommendations for assisting those individuals in obtaining skill-appropriate employment in the United States.

Bill 117 hr 4179, also known as the Improving Opportunities for New Americans Act of 2021, aims to support and empower immigrants in the United States by providing them with resources and opportunities to succeed. The bill focuses on improving access to education, job training, and other services for new Americans.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to fund organizations that provide services to immigrants, such as English language classes, job training, and legal assistance. These grants would help support organizations that are already working to help immigrants integrate into American society.

Additionally, the bill seeks to improve access to higher education for immigrants by expanding eligibility for federal student aid programs. This would make it easier for immigrants to pursue higher education and gain the skills they need to succeed in the workforce. Overall, the Improving Opportunities for New Americans Act of 2021 aims to provide immigrants with the support they need to thrive in the United States. By investing in education, job training, and other services, the bill seeks to empower immigrants to reach their full potential and contribute to the country's economy and society.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo direct the Secretary of Labor, in coordination with other agencies, to conduct a study on the factors affecting the employment opportunities in the United States of immigrants and refugees who have professional credentials obtained in foreign countries, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Labor and Employment

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/26/2022

Improving Opportunities for New Americans Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of Labor to study and report on the factors affecting employment opportunities for immigrants and refugees with professional credentia...


Latest Action6/25/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.