Labor Market Response Act

12/20/2024, 9:06 AM

Labor Market Response Act

This bill requires the inclusion of certain information about the labor market in applications for grants that provide low-income individuals with education and training for health care occupations.

Bill 118 hr 4827, also known as the Labor Market Response Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address issues related to the labor market and workforce development in the United States.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a task force that will be responsible for studying and analyzing the current state of the labor market. This task force will be made up of experts in the field of labor economics and workforce development, and will be tasked with identifying areas where improvements can be made.

Another important aspect of the bill is the creation of a grant program that will provide funding to states and local governments for initiatives aimed at improving the labor market. These initiatives could include job training programs, apprenticeships, and other workforce development efforts. Additionally, the bill includes provisions aimed at increasing transparency in the labor market, such as requiring employers to report on their hiring practices and job openings. This information will be used to help policymakers better understand the needs of the labor market and make informed decisions about how to address them. Overall, the Labor Market Response Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the challenges facing the US labor market. By establishing a task force, creating a grant program, and increasing transparency, the bill aims to improve workforce development and ensure that all Americans have access to quality job opportunities.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 4827

Introduced on
2023-07-24

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/24/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Labor Market Response Act

This bill requires the inclusion of certain information about the labor market in applications for grants that provide low-income individuals with education and training for health care occupations.

Bill 118 hr 4827, also known as the Labor Market Response Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address issues related to the labor market and workforce development in the United States.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a task force that will be responsible for studying and analyzing the current state of the labor market. This task force will be made up of experts in the field of labor economics and workforce development, and will be tasked with identifying areas where improvements can be made.

Another important aspect of the bill is the creation of a grant program that will provide funding to states and local governments for initiatives aimed at improving the labor market. These initiatives could include job training programs, apprenticeships, and other workforce development efforts. Additionally, the bill includes provisions aimed at increasing transparency in the labor market, such as requiring employers to report on their hiring practices and job openings. This information will be used to help policymakers better understand the needs of the labor market and make informed decisions about how to address them. Overall, the Labor Market Response Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the challenges facing the US labor market. By establishing a task force, creating a grant program, and increasing transparency, the bill aims to improve workforce development and ensure that all Americans have access to quality job opportunities.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require applications for a health profession opportunity grant under section 2008 of the Social Security Act to contain evidence of in-demand jobs or worker shortages.

Policy Areas
Health

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/18/2024

Labor Market Response Act

This bill requires the inclusion of certain information about the labor market in applications for grants that provide low-income individuals with education and training for health care occupations.


Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.