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Promoting Employment of Skilled Workers and Foster Youth Act of 2021

12/30/2022, 5:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3986

Bill 117 HR 3986, also known as the Promoting Employment of Skilled Workers and Foster Youth Act of 2021, aims to address two key issues in the workforce: the need for skilled workers and the challenges faced by foster youth in finding employment.

The bill proposes several measures to promote the employment of skilled workers, including the establishment of a grant program to support training programs for high-demand industries. This program would prioritize partnerships between employers and educational institutions to ensure that workers are equipped with the skills needed to succeed in the workforce.

Additionally, the bill seeks to support foster youth in their transition to adulthood by providing resources and support to help them secure employment. This includes funding for job training programs specifically tailored to the needs of foster youth, as well as support services to help them navigate the job market. Overall, the Promoting Employment of Skilled Workers and Foster Youth Act of 2021 aims to address critical gaps in the workforce by providing targeted support to both skilled workers and foster youth. By investing in training programs and support services, the bill seeks to create more opportunities for these individuals to succeed in the workforce and contribute to the economy.

Congressional Summary of HR 3986

Promoting Employment of Skilled Workers and Foster Youth Act of 2021

This bill expands the work opportunity tax credit to (1) allow the rehiring of certain construction industry employees participating in an apprenticeship program, and (2) include qualified pre-apprenticeship graduates and foster care transition youth as targeted group members for purposes of the credit.

Current Status of Bill HR 3986

Bill HR 3986 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 17, 2021. Bill HR 3986 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 17, 2021.  Bill HR 3986's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of June 17, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3986

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
14
Democrat Cosponsors
14
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3986

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3986

Promoting Employment of Skilled Workers and Foster Youth Act of 2021
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to improve the work opportunity tax credit with respect to workforce development and foster care transition youth, and for other purposes.
Promoting Employment of Skilled Workers and Foster Youth Act of 2021

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