Reengage the Workforce Act
1/24/2024, 10:30 PMSummary of Bill S 3518
Bill 118 s 3518, also known as the Reengage the Workforce Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of helping individuals who have been out of the workforce for an extended period of time to reenter and reengage in the labor market. The bill recognizes that there are many Americans who face barriers to finding employment, such as lack of recent work experience, skills gaps, or other challenges.The Reengage the Workforce Act proposes several measures to address these barriers and support individuals in their efforts to return to work. One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to fund programs that provide training, education, and support services to help individuals reenter the workforce. These programs would be designed to address the specific needs of participants, such as updating their skills, gaining new certifications, or receiving job placement assistance.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to incentivize employers to hire individuals who have been out of the workforce for an extended period of time. This could include tax credits or other financial incentives for employers who hire and retain these individuals. The bill also calls for the development of partnerships between employers, educational institutions, and workforce development agencies to create pathways for individuals to gain the skills and experience needed to succeed in the workforce. Overall, the Reengage the Workforce Act aims to provide support and resources to help individuals who have been out of the workforce to reenter and succeed in the labor market. By addressing the barriers that these individuals face and providing opportunities for training and employment, the bill seeks to strengthen the US economy and help more Americans achieve financial stability and independence.
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Current Status of Bill S 3518
Bill S 3518 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 14, 2023. Bill S 3518 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 14, 2023. Bill S 3518's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of December 14, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3518
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3518
Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3518
Reengage the Workforce ActReengage the Workforce ActA bill to authorize the Secretary of Labor, in consultation with the Secretary of Education, to make grants to eligible entities to assist certain individuals in reentering a secondary school or a high school equivalency program, and for other purposes.Comments
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