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Workforce and Vocational Education Support in Response to COVID-19

This act aims to support workforce development and career and technical education systems in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It provides funds for training, job placement assistance, and support for individuals affected by job loss, including youth and those with employment barriers. The goal is to help citizens re-enter the workforce and acquire new skills.
Key points
Financial support for adult and dislocated worker training and employment programs, including flexible eligibility rules.
Additional funding for youth programs, including summer and year-round employment opportunities, with priority for at-risk youth.
Funds for adult education and digital literacy programs to help individuals with low literacy adapt to changing labor market needs.
Grants for community colleges and industry partnerships to create career training programs responsive to labor market demands, with a focus on individuals impacted by the pandemic.
Support for Job Corps, Native American programs, migrant and seasonal farmworker programs, YouthBuild, and reentry employment opportunities for justice-involved individuals.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_200
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2021-02-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Relaunching America’s Workforce Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_200.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial support for adult and dislocated worker training and employment programs, including flexible eligibility rules.
  • Additional funding for youth programs, including summer and year-round employment opportunities, with priority for at-risk youth.
  • Funds for adult education and digital literacy programs to help individuals with low literacy adapt to changing labor market needs.
  • Grants for community colleges and industry partnerships to create career training programs responsive to labor market demands, with a focus on individuals impacted by the pandemic.
  • Support for Job Corps, Native American programs, migrant and seasonal farmworker programs, YouthBuild, and reentry employment opportunities for justice-involved individuals.
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. Murray, Patty [D-WA].

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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