A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to define the term evidence-based.

3/11/2025, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 922

Bill 119 s 922 is a proposed amendment to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act that aims to clarify the definition of the term "evidence-based." The bill seeks to ensure that programs and initiatives funded under the Act are based on solid evidence and proven effectiveness.

The amendment would require that any program or initiative receiving funding under the Act must be supported by rigorous research and evaluation. This would help to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently to support workforce development and training programs.

The bill is intended to improve the overall quality and impact of programs funded under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act by ensuring that they are based on evidence of what works. This would help to ensure that individuals participating in these programs are receiving the support and training they need to succeed in the workforce. Overall, Bill 119 s 922 aims to strengthen the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act by ensuring that programs funded under the Act are evidence-based and proven to be effective in helping individuals gain the skills and training they need to succeed in the workforce.

Current Status of Bill S 922

Bill S 922 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 10, 2025. Bill S 922 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 10, 2025.  Bill S 922's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of March 10, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 922

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 922

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 922

A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to define the term evidence-based.A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to define the term evidence-based.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 922

Jim Banks
Jim Banks
Indiana(Republican)

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