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Jobs Now Act: Grants for Public Service Job Creation and Retention

The Jobs Now Act of 2024 establishes a two-year pilot program to provide grants to local governments and community organizations. These grants aim to retain, employ, and train individuals providing public services, potentially stabilizing local employment and ensuring continued access to essential public services in your community.
Key points
Preventing Layoffs: At least 50% of grant funds must be used to retain public service employees who would otherwise be laid off due to budget cuts.
Creating New Jobs: Remaining funds can be used to hire new individuals or train them for public service positions, and for private sector services by community organizations.
Priority for Vulnerable Groups: The program prioritizes veterans, individuals with disabilities, unemployment benefit recipients, and dislocated workers for employment.
Support for High-Need Areas: Grants will prioritize local governments and organizations in areas with high unemployment, foreclosure, and poverty rates.
Funding: $1 billion is authorized for the program for fiscal years 2025 and 2026.
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Print number: 118_HR_7885
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24]
Process start date: 2024-04-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Jobs Now Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7885.

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 2024-04-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Preventing Layoffs: At least 50% of grant funds must be used to retain public service employees who would otherwise be laid off due to budget cuts.
  • Creating New Jobs: Remaining funds can be used to hire new individuals or train them for public service positions, and for private sector services by community organizations.
  • Priority for Vulnerable Groups: The program prioritizes veterans, individuals with disabilities, unemployment benefit recipients, and dislocated workers for employment.
  • Support for High-Need Areas: Grants will prioritize local governments and organizations in areas with high unemployment, foreclosure, and poverty rates.
  • Funding: $1 billion is authorized for the program for fiscal years 2025 and 2026.
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. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

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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