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Skills Investment Act of 2024

3/21/2024, 3:08 PM

Summary of Bill S 3816

Bill 118 s 3816, also known as the Skills Investment Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to invest in the skills and training of American workers in order to strengthen the country's workforce and economy.

The Skills Investment Act of 2024 proposes several key initiatives to achieve this goal. One of the main provisions of the bill is the establishment of a new federal grant program that would provide funding to states and local governments to support workforce development programs. These programs would focus on providing training and education in high-demand industries, such as healthcare, technology, and advanced manufacturing.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to expand access to apprenticeship programs and other forms of on-the-job training. This would help individuals gain valuable skills and experience in their chosen field, ultimately leading to better job opportunities and higher wages. Furthermore, the Skills Investment Act of 2024 aims to improve coordination between employers, educational institutions, and government agencies to ensure that training programs are aligned with the needs of the labor market. This would help to address skills gaps and ensure that workers are equipped with the skills needed to succeed in today's rapidly changing economy. Overall, the Skills Investment Act of 2024 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to invest in the skills and training of American workers in order to boost the country's workforce and economy. If passed, this bill has the potential to have a positive impact on the lives of millions of Americans by providing them with the tools they need to succeed in the modern workforce.

Current Status of Bill S 3816

Bill S 3816 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2024. Bill S 3816 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 27, 2024.  Bill S 3816's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of February 27, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3816

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3816

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3816

Skills Investment Act of 2024
Skills Investment Act of 2024
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for lifelong learning accounts, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for lifelong learning accounts, and for other purposes.

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