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USA Workforce Investment Act

12/27/2024, 10:38 AM

Summary of Bill HR 9461

Bill 118 hr 9461, also known as the USA Workforce Investment Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide funding and support for workforce development programs across the country.

The bill aims to improve the skills and job prospects of American workers by investing in training programs, apprenticeships, and other initiatives that help individuals gain the skills they need to succeed in the workforce. It also seeks to strengthen partnerships between employers, educational institutions, and government agencies to ensure that training programs are aligned with the needs of the labor market.

Additionally, the USA Workforce Investment Act includes provisions to support disadvantaged and underrepresented populations, such as veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those who have been previously incarcerated. The bill aims to provide these groups with access to training and employment opportunities to help them overcome barriers to success in the workforce. Overall, the USA Workforce Investment Act is focused on improving the competitiveness of the American workforce and ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to succeed in the rapidly changing economy. It is a bipartisan effort to support job creation and economic growth by investing in the skills and talents of the American workforce.

Congressional Summary of HR 9461

USA Workforce Investment Act 

This bill allows a new tax credit for contributions to workforce development and apprenticeship training programs.

Current Status of Bill HR 9461

Bill HR 9461 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 6, 2024. Bill HR 9461 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 6, 2024.  Bill HR 9461's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 793. as of December 24, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9461

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
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 9461

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9461

USA Workforce Investment Act
USA Workforce Investment Act
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against tax for charitable donations to nonprofit organizations providing workforce training.

Comments

Selah Baxter profile image

Selah Baxter

650

1 year ago

This bill sucks, how does it even help anyone?

Lance McMahon profile image

Lance McMahon

709

1 year ago

This bill is so confusing.