Bill 119 HR 540, also known as the "Standard Occupational Classification System Modernization Act," aims to update and improve the Standard Occupational Classification System (SOC) overseen by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. The SOC is a system used to categorize and classify different occupations in the United States for statistical purposes.
The bill requires the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to conduct a comprehensive review of the SOC and make necessary revisions to ensure that it accurately reflects the current job market and workforce trends. This includes updating job titles, descriptions, and classifications to better align with the evolving nature of work in the 21st century.
Additionally, the bill aims to improve the usability and accessibility of the SOC for researchers, policymakers, and other stakeholders by making the system more user-friendly and transparent. This includes providing clear guidelines and instructions for how to use the SOC effectively and ensuring that the system is regularly updated to reflect changes in the labor market.
Overall, the goal of Bill 119 HR 540 is to modernize and improve the Standard Occupational Classification System to better serve the needs of those who rely on it for accurate and up-to-date information about the American workforce.