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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs: New Development Opportunities

This act establishes programs to help young people gain skills needed for the job market, offering training, mentoring, and work experiences outside of school hours. The goal is to better prepare youth for their professional lives and increase their employment opportunities.
Key points
Access to training and career development programs for youth aged 6-18 (or 19 if in secondary school).
Opportunity to acquire practical skills like communication, creativity, and critical thinking through out-of-school activities.
Support through mentoring, career counseling, and financial literacy education.
For youth aged 15 and older: paid and unpaid internships, apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeship programs, and assistance with transitioning to higher education.
Establishment of youth councils within local boards to ensure youth voices are heard in workforce development decisions.
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Print number: 117_S_1696
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Process start date: 2021-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Youth Workforce Readiness Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1696.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Access to training and career development programs for youth aged 6-18 (or 19 if in secondary school).
  • Opportunity to acquire practical skills like communication, creativity, and critical thinking through out-of-school activities.
  • Support through mentoring, career counseling, and financial literacy education.
  • For youth aged 15 and older: paid and unpaid internships, apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeship programs, and assistance with transitioning to higher education.
  • Establishment of youth councils within local boards to ensure youth voices are heard in workforce development decisions.
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 Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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