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Workforce Acceleration: Subsidized Employment for Low-Income Individuals

This act introduces pilot programs to help low-income individuals find and keep jobs by subsidizing their wages. The goal is to improve employment opportunities and financial stability for TANF recipients. These programs will be carefully monitored to assess their effectiveness.
Key points
Wage Subsidies: States can receive funds to cover up to 50% of wages for low-income individuals for up to 12 months.
Who Qualifies: The program targets unemployed adults receiving TANF assistance or low-income parents (below 200% of the poverty line).
No Job Displacement: New subsidized jobs cannot replace existing positions or lead to layoffs of other workers.
Effectiveness Evaluation: Programs will be rigorously evaluated to determine if they help participants secure unsubsidized employment after the subsidy ends.
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Print number: 118_HR_2774
Sponsor: Rep. Miller, Carol D. [R-WV-1]
Process start date: 2023-04-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Accelerating Individuals into the Workforce Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2774.

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 2023-04-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Wage Subsidies: States can receive funds to cover up to 50% of wages for low-income individuals for up to 12 months.
  • Who Qualifies: The program targets unemployed adults receiving TANF assistance or low-income parents (below 200% of the poverty line).
  • No Job Displacement: New subsidized jobs cannot replace existing positions or lead to layoffs of other workers.
  • Effectiveness Evaluation: Programs will be rigorously evaluated to determine if they help participants secure unsubsidized employment after the subsidy ends.
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. Miller, Carol D. [R-WV-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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