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Skills-Based Hiring: Easier for Employers, More Opportunities for Workers

This new law aims to help companies hire based on actual skills rather than just formal education. Businesses can voluntarily submit their hiring tests and procedures to a commission for review, ensuring they are fair and legal. This should make it easier for individuals with practical skills to find jobs, even without traditional qualifications.
Key points
Companies can voluntarily submit their hiring tests and procedures to a special commission for review, ensuring they are job-related and consistent with business needs.
If the commission approves a company's hiring methods, it can protect them from future discrimination claims.
The law promotes skills-based hiring, potentially opening up new job opportunities for individuals with practical experience.
Companies with over 100 employees will pay a fee for this review service.
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Print number: 117_S_5333
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2022-12-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Advancing Skills-Based Hiring Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5333.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Companies can voluntarily submit their hiring tests and procedures to a special commission for review, ensuring they are job-related and consistent with business needs.
  • If the commission approves a company's hiring methods, it can protect them from future discrimination claims.
  • The law promotes skills-based hiring, potentially opening up new job opportunities for individuals with practical experience.
  • Companies with over 100 employees will pay a fee for this review service.
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. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

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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