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Strengthening Job Corps: New Rules and Support for Youth

This act aims to improve the Job Corps program, which helps young people gain vocational skills and find employment. It introduces changes in eligibility rules, increases support for participants after program completion, and enhances oversight of training centers to ensure better outcomes and safety.
Key points
Extending Job Corps participant age to 28 for individuals with disabilities or justice involvement, and including low-income individuals and residents of opportunity zones.
Increasing post-program support for Job Corps graduates from 3 to 12 months, aiming to assist with employment and independent living.
Implementing new evaluation standards for Job Corps centers, focusing on participant employment and education outcomes, and requiring public disclosure of this data.
Granting more authority to Job Corps center directors for staff hiring, local agreements, and developing behavioral management plans, including disciplinary policies and law enforcement cooperation.
Ensuring Job Corps staff receive wages and benefits consistent with local standards to improve workforce quality.
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Print number: 117_HR_7392
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24]
Process start date: 2022-04-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Strengthening Job Corps Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7392.

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 2022-04-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extending Job Corps participant age to 28 for individuals with disabilities or justice involvement, and including low-income individuals and residents of opportunity zones.
  • Increasing post-program support for Job Corps graduates from 3 to 12 months, aiming to assist with employment and independent living.
  • Implementing new evaluation standards for Job Corps centers, focusing on participant employment and education outcomes, and requiring public disclosure of this data.
  • Granting more authority to Job Corps center directors for staff hiring, local agreements, and developing behavioral management plans, including disciplinary policies and law enforcement cooperation.
  • Ensuring Job Corps staff receive wages and benefits consistent with local standards to improve workforce quality.
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. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24].

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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