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Opening Doors for Youth Act of 2024

This Act authorizes billions of dollars to establish subsidized summer and year-round employment programs for youth who face systemic barriers to employment. Participants will gain access to paid jobs, work readiness training, financial literacy education, and supportive services like transportation, childcare, and mental health support. Furthermore, funds will support local community partnerships focused on improving high school graduation and youth employment rates.
Key points
Subsidized Job Opportunities: Youth will receive paid, subsidized summer and year-round employment opportunities, paying not less than the greater of the applicable Federal, State, or local minimum wage.
Financial and Social Support: Local areas must use a portion of funds to provide direct financial assistance to participants (e.g., for transportation, childcare) and ensure access to supportive services, including health supports.
Career Development: Programs include work readiness training, career counseling, financial literacy education, and integration with educational and skills training programs.
Education Investment: 35% of the funds (after administrative reservations) are allocated for competitive grants to local community partnerships aimed at improving high school graduation and youth employment rates.
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Additional Information
Opening Doors for Youth Act of 2024
Print number: S 3990
Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Process start date: 2024-03-20