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Wounded Warrior Workforce Enhancement Act
12/29/2022, 7:03 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8687
One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a grant program that would provide funding to organizations that offer job training and placement services specifically tailored to wounded veterans. These grants would help cover the costs of training programs, job placement services, and other resources needed to help veterans successfully enter the workforce.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve coordination between government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector employers to ensure that wounded veterans have access to a wide range of job opportunities. This would involve creating partnerships and collaborations to better match veterans with employers who are willing to provide accommodations and support as needed. Overall, the Wounded Warrior Workforce Enhancement Act seeks to address the unique challenges faced by wounded veterans as they seek to re-enter the workforce. By providing targeted support and resources, the bill aims to help these veterans find fulfilling and sustainable employment opportunities that align with their skills and experiences.
Congressional Summary of HR 8687
Wounded Warrior Workforce Enhancement Act
This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to award grants to eligible institutions to (1) establish a master's degree program in orthotics and prosthetics, or (2) expand upon an existing master's degree program in such area. The VA shall give grant priority to institutions that have entered into a partnership with a medical center administered by the VA or a facility administered by the Department of Defense. An eligible institution is an educational institution that is either accredited by the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education or that demonstrates an ability to meet such accreditation requirements if it receives a grant.
The bill also requires the VA to award a grant to an institution with orthotic and prosthetic research and education experience to (1) establish the Center of Excellence in Orthotic and Prosthetic Education; and (2) improve orthotic and prosthetic outcomes for veterans, members of the Armed Forces, and civilians by conducting orthotic and prosthetic research.
