American Workforce Commission: Analyzing Labor Market Changes and Future Impact
This act establishes a special commission to examine the reasons behind changes in the U.S. labor market over the past 10 years. The commission will analyze the impact of the pandemic, financial crises, remote work, the gig economy, and globalization on jobs and citizens' lives. The goal is to understand these shifts and propose solutions that could affect future employment opportunities, personal finances, and quality of life.
Key points
Establishment of the American Workforce Commission to analyze causes and impacts of labor market changes over the last decade.
Investigation into the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work, the gig economy, and globalization on employment and living conditions.
Analysis of the impact of changes on various social groups, including working mothers and homemakers, and on mental health and substance use.
The commission will submit reports with findings and recommendations to the government, potentially influencing future labor and economic policies.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8784
Sponsor: Rep. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14]
Process start date: 2022-09-09