Back To Work Act

Hozzl · 2022-12-31T08:58:55Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5363 Back To Work Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/31/2022, 8:58 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5363

The Back To Work Act, also known as Bill 117 HR 5363, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide support and incentives for individuals who have been unemployed for an extended period of time to re-enter the workforce.

One of the key provisions of the Back To Work Act is the establishment of a program that would offer training and job placement assistance to individuals who have been out of work for more than six months. This program would be funded through a combination of federal and state resources, and would be administered by the Department of Labor.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to incentivize employers to hire individuals who have been unemployed for an extended period of time. This could include tax credits or other financial incentives for businesses that hire long-term unemployed individuals. Overall, the Back To Work Act aims to address the issue of long-term unemployment in the United States by providing support and resources to help individuals re-enter the workforce. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate fate will depend on the outcome of these discussions.

Congressional Summary of HR 5363

Back To Work Act

This bill requires the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Government Accountability Office, and the Small Business Administration to prepare a joint report on the impact of pandemic unemployment programs.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5363

Bill HR 5363 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 24, 2021. Bill HR 5363 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 24, 2021. Bill HR 5363's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support. as of September 24, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5363

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5363

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Potential Impact Areas

- Cardiovascular and respiratory health

- Congressional oversight

- Economic performance and conditions

- Emergency medical services and trauma care

- Employee hiring

- Government studies and investigations

- Infectious and parasitic diseases

- Labor market

- State and local government operations

- Temporary and part-time employment

- Unemployment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5363

To direct the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Government Accountability Office, and Small Business Administration to conduct a joint study on pandemic unemployment programs, and for other purposes.

Back To Work Act