Better Jobs through Evidence and Innovation Act

1/3/2025, 3:31 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Bill 118 hr 10312, also known as the Workforce Development Innovation Grants Act, aims to provide funding for the implementation, expansion, and evaluation of evidence-based workforce programs in the United States. The bill authorizes grants to support innovative initiatives that help individuals develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the workforce.

The grants provided by this bill will be used to support a wide range of workforce development programs, including training programs, apprenticeships, and job placement services. These programs will be evaluated based on their effectiveness in helping individuals secure and retain employment.

In addition to funding workforce development programs, the bill also includes provisions for the evaluation and reporting of program outcomes. This will help ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and that programs are meeting their intended goals. Overall, the Workforce Development Innovation Grants Act aims to support the growth and success of the American workforce by investing in evidence-based programs that help individuals develop the skills they need to thrive in the modern economy.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 10312

Introduced on
2024-12-05

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/5/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Bill 118 hr 10312, also known as the Workforce Development Innovation Grants Act, aims to provide funding for the implementation, expansion, and evaluation of evidence-based workforce programs in the United States. The bill authorizes grants to support innovative initiatives that help individuals develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the workforce.

The grants provided by this bill will be used to support a wide range of workforce development programs, including training programs, apprenticeships, and job placement services. These programs will be evaluated based on their effectiveness in helping individuals secure and retain employment.

In addition to funding workforce development programs, the bill also includes provisions for the evaluation and reporting of program outcomes. This will help ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and that programs are meeting their intended goals. Overall, the Workforce Development Innovation Grants Act aims to support the growth and success of the American workforce by investing in evidence-based programs that help individuals develop the skills they need to thrive in the modern economy.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo authorize workforce development innovation grants for the implementation, expansion, and evaluation of evidence-based workforce programs, and for other purposes.

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Latest Action12/5/2024
Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.