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Support for Young African Americans: Jobs, Training, and Apprenticeships

This act aims to increase the participation of young African Americans in apprenticeship and vocational training programs. It establishes a Diversity and Inclusion Administrator to promote inclusion and oversee plans for increasing their participation. Grants are also provided for creating and expanding apprenticeship programs in various industries, which should help in securing employment and improving financial stability.
Key points
Creation of a new position within the Department of Labor to promote diversity and inclusion in apprenticeship programs, with a focus on African Americans.
Requirement for apprenticeship programs to submit plans for increasing African American participation to obtain or renew registration.
Launch of a grant program to create or expand apprenticeship programs that enhance diversity, especially in industries like construction, IT, energy, and healthcare.
Grant funds can be used for financial planning, mentoring, recruitment, and collaboration with organizations supporting apprenticeship participants.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3445
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, David [D-GA-13]
Process start date: 2021-05-20