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A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to recognize digital skills and digital literacy as critical adult education and literacy objectives, and for other purposes.

5/23/2024, 4:01 PM

Summary of Bill S 4391

Bill 118 s 4391, also known as the Digital Skills and Literacy Act, aims to make changes to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) in order to emphasize the importance of digital skills and literacy in adult education and literacy programs. The bill recognizes that in today's digital age, having a strong foundation in digital skills is essential for success in the workforce.

The main objective of the bill is to ensure that adult education and literacy programs funded under WIOA include a focus on teaching digital skills and literacy. This includes providing training in areas such as computer basics, internet navigation, and using digital tools for job searching and career advancement.

In addition to emphasizing the importance of digital skills, the bill also aims to improve coordination between adult education programs and workforce development initiatives. This will help ensure that individuals receiving adult education services are better prepared to enter the workforce and succeed in today's digital economy. Overall, the Digital Skills and Literacy Act seeks to modernize adult education and literacy programs to better meet the needs of individuals in the 21st century workforce. By recognizing the critical role of digital skills, the bill aims to help adults gain the necessary skills to secure employment and advance in their careers.

Current Status of Bill S 4391

Bill S 4391 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 22, 2024. Bill S 4391 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 22, 2024.  Bill S 4391's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S3857) as of May 22, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4391

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4391

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4391

A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to recognize digital skills and digital literacy as critical adult education and literacy objectives, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to recognize digital skills and digital literacy as critical adult education and literacy objectives, and for other purposes.

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