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Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2023

3/13/2024, 5:05 PM

Summary of Bill S 2651

Bill 118 s 2651, also known as the Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to establish a federal jobs guarantee program that would ensure every American who wants to work can have access to a job with a fair wage and benefits.

Under this proposed program, the federal government would be responsible for creating jobs in various sectors such as infrastructure, education, healthcare, and environmental conservation. These jobs would be available to individuals who are unemployed or underemployed, as well as those who face barriers to employment such as discrimination or lack of education.

The bill also includes provisions for job training and support services to help individuals succeed in their new roles. Additionally, it aims to address issues of income inequality and poverty by providing stable employment opportunities to those who need it most. Overall, the Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2023 seeks to create a more inclusive and equitable economy by ensuring that all Americans have the opportunity to work and contribute to society.

Congressional Summary of S 2651

Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Labor to establish a pilot program to provide grants to eligible entities (i.e., political subdivisions of states and Tribal entities with a high unemployment rate) for programs to guarantee employment to individuals residing in the areas served by such entities.

Current Status of Bill S 2651

Bill S 2651 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2023. Bill S 2651 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 27, 2023.  Bill S 2651's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of July 27, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2651

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2651

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2651

Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2023
Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2023
A bill to require the Secretary of Labor to establish a pilot program to provide grants for job guarantee programs.

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