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New Youth Jobs in Conservation and Climate Action

This act proposes creating a Civilian Conservation and Climate Corps to employ young people aged 16-25. The work will focus on conservation, climate change, and public infrastructure projects, providing wages, benefits, and training.
Key points
The program will create jobs for unemployed and underemployed youth (ages 16-25).
Work will include environmental projects like planting forests, preventing fires, improving parks, and installing solar panels.
Participants will receive wages, healthcare, paid sick leave, and support for education and training.
The program aims to employ up to 750,000 people within 3 years and will last for 5 years after enactment.
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Print number: 117_HR_5229
Sponsor: Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9]
Process start date: 2021-09-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

21st Century Civilian Conservation and Climate Corps Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5229.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The program will create jobs for unemployed and underemployed youth (ages 16-25).
  • Work will include environmental projects like planting forests, preventing fires, improving parks, and installing solar panels.
  • Participants will receive wages, healthcare, paid sick leave, and support for education and training.
  • The program aims to employ up to 750,000 people within 3 years and will last for 5 years after enactment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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