Reduce Duplication and Improve Access to Work Act

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.
Bill 118 hr 7446, also known as the Reduce Duplication and Improve Access to Work Act, aims to streamline and improve access to federal workforce development programs. The bill seeks to reduce duplication of services and increase efficiency in the delivery of these programs.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a centralized database that will track and monitor the effectiveness of workforce development programs. This database will help identify areas of duplication and inefficiency, allowing for better coordination and allocation of resources.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve access to workforce development programs for individuals with disabilities and other underserved populations. This includes increasing funding for programs that provide job training and placement services for these individuals. Overall, the Reduce Duplication and Improve Access to Work Act is focused on making federal workforce development programs more effective and accessible to all individuals. By reducing duplication and improving coordination, the bill aims to ensure that these programs are able to better serve those in need of job training and placement services.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 7446

Introduced on
2024-02-23

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/23/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.
Bill 118 hr 7446, also known as the Reduce Duplication and Improve Access to Work Act, aims to streamline and improve access to federal workforce development programs. The bill seeks to reduce duplication of services and increase efficiency in the delivery of these programs.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a centralized database that will track and monitor the effectiveness of workforce development programs. This database will help identify areas of duplication and inefficiency, allowing for better coordination and allocation of resources.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve access to workforce development programs for individuals with disabilities and other underserved populations. This includes increasing funding for programs that provide job training and placement services for these individuals. Overall, the Reduce Duplication and Improve Access to Work Act is focused on making federal workforce development programs more effective and accessible to all individuals. By reducing duplication and improving coordination, the bill aims to ensure that these programs are able to better serve those in need of job training and placement services.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend part A of title IV of the Social Security Act to allow States to transfer a limited amount of funds provided under the program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families, for use under title I of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.

Policy Areas
Social Welfare

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