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A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to provide training services linked to employment demand through skills training grants, and for other purposes.
6/6/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4470
Bill 118 s 4470, also known as the "Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Amendment," aims to make changes to the existing Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) in order to better align training services with the demands of the current job market. The bill proposes the creation of skills training grants that would be specifically targeted towards industries and sectors where there is a high demand for skilled workers.
The main goal of this legislation is to ensure that individuals receiving training through the WIOA program are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to secure employment in high-demand fields. By providing targeted training grants, the bill aims to bridge the gap between the skills possessed by job seekers and the skills required by employers.
In addition to providing training services linked to employment demand, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to workforce development. These may include measures to improve the coordination of workforce development programs, enhance access to training opportunities for underserved populations, and strengthen partnerships between employers and training providers. Overall, Bill 118 s 4470 seeks to enhance the effectiveness of the WIOA program by ensuring that training services are closely aligned with the needs of the labor market. By focusing on skills training grants and other targeted initiatives, the bill aims to better prepare individuals for success in the workforce and support economic growth and development.
The main goal of this legislation is to ensure that individuals receiving training through the WIOA program are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to secure employment in high-demand fields. By providing targeted training grants, the bill aims to bridge the gap between the skills possessed by job seekers and the skills required by employers.
In addition to providing training services linked to employment demand, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to workforce development. These may include measures to improve the coordination of workforce development programs, enhance access to training opportunities for underserved populations, and strengthen partnerships between employers and training providers. Overall, Bill 118 s 4470 seeks to enhance the effectiveness of the WIOA program by ensuring that training services are closely aligned with the needs of the labor market. By focusing on skills training grants and other targeted initiatives, the bill aims to better prepare individuals for success in the workforce and support economic growth and development.
Current Status of Bill S 4470
Bill S 4470 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 5, 2024. Bill S 4470 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 5, 2024. Bill S 4470's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of June 5, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4470
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4470
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4470
A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to provide training services linked to employment demand through skills training grants, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to provide training services linked to employment demand through skills training grants, and for other purposes.
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