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ABC Act

1/31/2024, 5:15 AM

Summary of Bill S 3109

Bill 118 s 3109, also known as the ABC Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to education and workforce development in the United States.

The ABC Act aims to improve access to high-quality education and training programs for individuals of all ages. It seeks to expand opportunities for individuals to gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today's rapidly changing economy.

One key provision of the ABC Act is the establishment of a grant program to support the development and implementation of innovative education and training programs. These programs would focus on areas such as technology, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing, among others. Additionally, the ABC Act includes measures to promote collaboration between educational institutions, employers, and other stakeholders to ensure that education and training programs are aligned with the needs of the workforce. This would help to bridge the skills gap and better prepare individuals for the jobs of the future. Overall, the ABC Act is aimed at improving access to education and training programs, promoting collaboration between stakeholders, and ultimately helping individuals to succeed in the modern economy. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to address the challenges facing the US education and workforce development system.

Current Status of Bill S 3109

Bill S 3109 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 24, 2023. Bill S 3109 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 24, 2023.  Bill S 3109's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of October 24, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3109

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
22
Democrat Cosponsors
8
Republican Cosponsors
12
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3109

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3109

ABC Act
ABC Act
Alleviating Barriers for Caregivers Act
A bill to require the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Commissioner of Social Security to review and simplify the processes, procedures, forms, and communications for family caregivers to assist individuals in establishing eligibility for, enrolling in, and maintaining and utilizing coverage and benefits under the Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and Social Security programs respectively, and for other purposes.

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