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AID Youth Employment Act

12/15/2023, 3:57 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2840

Bill 118 hr 2840, also known as the AID Youth Employment Act, aims to address the issue of youth unemployment in the United States. The bill proposes to allocate funding to support programs that provide job training and employment opportunities for young people between the ages of 16 and 24.

The key provisions of the bill include establishing a grant program to fund organizations that offer job training, apprenticeships, and other employment services to youth. These organizations would be required to partner with local businesses to create job opportunities for young people in various industries.

Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a national database to track the outcomes of youth employment programs and measure their effectiveness in helping young people secure and retain jobs. This data would be used to inform future policy decisions and improve the overall impact of youth employment initiatives. Overall, the AID Youth Employment Act seeks to address the high rates of youth unemployment in the United States by providing funding and support for programs that help young people gain valuable job skills and experience. By investing in the future workforce, the bill aims to reduce poverty and improve economic opportunities for young Americans.

Current Status of Bill HR 2840

Bill HR 2840 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2840 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 25, 2023.  Bill HR 2840's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of April 25, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2840

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2840

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2840

AID Youth Employment Act
AID Youth Employment Act
Assisting In Developing Youth Employment Act
To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to provide funding, on a competitive basis, for summer and year-round employment opportunities for youth ages 14 through 24.

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