WIRED Act

Hozzl · 2022-02-09T02:12:22Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5561 WIRED Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/9/2022, 2:12 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 5561

Widening Internet Readiness for Employment Development Act or the WIRED Act

This bill expands one-stop delivery system requirements to include online access. (One-stop delivery systems provide comprehensive career and employment training services.)

The Department of Labor must establish certain standards and best practices for the provision of employment and training services through electronic means by one-stop delivery systems. The services provided online must include addresses, hours, and services of physical one-stop centers in a local area; incorporate social media and networking capabilities; be accessible to mobile devices; and provide other employment-seeking assistance.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5561

Bill HR 5561 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 8, 2020. Bill HR 5561 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on January 8, 2020. Bill HR 5561's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of January 8, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5561

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5561

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures

- Department of Labor

- Employment and training programs

- Government information and archives

- Internet and video services

- Internet, web applications, social media

- Unemployment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5561

WIRED Act

To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to require one-stop delivery systems under such Act to offer services through internet websites and to direct the Secretary of Labor to develop standards and best practices for such websites, and for other purposes.

WIRED Act

Widening Internet Readiness for Employment Development Act