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Future in Logging Careers Act
12/15/2023, 3:55 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1397
Bill 118 hr 1397, also known as the Future in Logging Careers Act, aims to support and promote careers in the logging industry in the United States. The bill recognizes the importance of the logging industry in providing valuable resources and supporting local economies.
The key provisions of the bill include establishing a grant program to support training and education for individuals interested in pursuing careers in logging. This program would provide funding for vocational training programs, apprenticeships, and other initiatives to help individuals gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the logging industry.
Additionally, the bill seeks to promote diversity and inclusion in the logging workforce by encouraging the recruitment and retention of individuals from underrepresented communities. This includes providing support for outreach and recruitment efforts targeted towards women, minorities, and other marginalized groups. Furthermore, the bill aims to address the challenges facing the logging industry, such as workforce shortages and technological advancements. By investing in training and education programs, the bill seeks to ensure that the logging industry has a skilled and qualified workforce to meet the demands of the future. Overall, the Future in Logging Careers Act is designed to support the growth and sustainability of the logging industry in the United States by investing in the next generation of logging professionals and promoting diversity and inclusion in the workforce.
The key provisions of the bill include establishing a grant program to support training and education for individuals interested in pursuing careers in logging. This program would provide funding for vocational training programs, apprenticeships, and other initiatives to help individuals gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the logging industry.
Additionally, the bill seeks to promote diversity and inclusion in the logging workforce by encouraging the recruitment and retention of individuals from underrepresented communities. This includes providing support for outreach and recruitment efforts targeted towards women, minorities, and other marginalized groups. Furthermore, the bill aims to address the challenges facing the logging industry, such as workforce shortages and technological advancements. By investing in training and education programs, the bill seeks to ensure that the logging industry has a skilled and qualified workforce to meet the demands of the future. Overall, the Future in Logging Careers Act is designed to support the growth and sustainability of the logging industry in the United States by investing in the next generation of logging professionals and promoting diversity and inclusion in the workforce.
Congressional Summary of HR 1397
Future in Logging Careers Act
This bill allows individuals who are 16 or 17 years old to work at certain timber harvesting operations that are owned or operated by at least one parent or a person standing in place of a parent. The bill, therefore, exempts such employees from child labor laws.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1397
Bill HR 1397 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 7, 2023. Bill HR 1397 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 7, 2023. Bill HR 1397's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of March 7, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1397
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1397
Primary Policy Focus
Labor and EmploymentPotential Impact Areas
- Child safety and welfare
- Family relationships
- Forests, forestry, trees
- Labor standards
- Worker safety and health
- Youth employment and child labor
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1397
Future in Logging Careers Act
Future in Logging Careers Act
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exempt certain 16- and 17-year-old individuals employed in timber harvesting entities or mechanized timber harvesting entities from child labor laws, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1397
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