Strengthening Communities through Summer Employment Act

3/18/2025, 1:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1434

Bill 119 HR 1434, also known as the Summer Youth Employment Program Funding Act, aims to provide financial support to summer youth employment programs in order to increase the number of subsidized job opportunities available to young people. The bill also seeks to promote the development of new and creative program activities that will enhance academic achievement, economic success, and reduce involvement in the criminal justice system among youth.

The primary goal of this legislation is to address the high rates of unemployment and underemployment among young people, particularly in low-income communities. By expanding the availability of subsidized jobs, the bill aims to provide young people with valuable work experience and skills that will help them succeed in the workforce.

In addition to providing funding for summer youth employment programs, the bill also encourages the development of innovative program activities that will support the academic, economic, and social well-being of young people. These activities may include job training programs, mentorship opportunities, and educational workshops designed to help young people achieve their full potential. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1434 is a comprehensive effort to support the economic and social development of young people by providing them with meaningful employment opportunities and access to resources that will help them succeed in life.

Current Status of Bill HR 1434

Bill HR 1434 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 18, 2025. Bill HR 1434 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 18, 2025.  Bill HR 1434's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of February 18, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1434

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
3
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1434

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1434

To provide funding to summer youth employment programs to expand the availability of subsidized jobs for youths and to develop innovative program activities that improve academic, economic, and criminal justice outcomes for youths, and for other purposes.To provide funding to summer youth employment programs to expand the availability of subsidized jobs for youths and to develop innovative program activities that improve academic, economic, and criminal justice outcomes for youths, and for other purposes.
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