$1 Billion Annual Grants to Support Nonprofit Theaters, Jobs, and Community Arts.
This Act establishes a new federal grant program allocating $1 billion annually to professional nonprofit theaters to boost economic recovery and support employment in the arts sector. It ensures that theaters receiving funds maintain fair labor standards, pay prevailing wages to performers and staff, and invest in facility improvements, including accessibility upgrades. This directly supports local culture and job stability for arts professionals.
Key points
Creation of a $1 billion annual grant program for nonprofit theaters to cover payroll, operating costs, and facility maintenance/upgrades.
Strict labor requirements: funded theaters must adhere to prevailing minimum compensation rates and maintain neutrality regarding union organizing efforts.
Priority use of funds includes payroll for professional staff and making theater facilities fully accessible for disabled workers.
Status:
Expired
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