Federal Jobs Guarantee Pilot: Employment, Benefits, and Training in High-Unemployment Areas.
This bill establishes a three-year pilot program offering competitive grants to local and tribal entities in areas suffering from high unemployment. The goal is to guarantee a job to every eligible adult resident, providing them with competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits, and paid leave. The program also includes supportive services like childcare and transportation, aiming to boost local economies and reduce poverty.
Key points
Guaranteed employment for residents aged 18 and older in areas where the unemployment rate is 150% or more above the national average.
Jobs must provide wages equal to or greater than the prevailing wage, health insurance comparable to Federal employees, and paid sick and family leave.
Participants receive up to 8 weeks of paid training and supportive services, including assistance with childcare, housing, and career planning.
Future employers hiring program participants for at least three months may qualify for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit.
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