Expediting Accountability and Performance Metrics for Federal Job Training Programs
This bill mandates the Department of Labor to fully implement strict performance standards and accountability measures for key federal job training and workforce development programs within six months. The goal is to ensure these programs are effective by finalizing statistical models used to measure state performance and applying sanctions if goals are not met. Citizens relying on these services should benefit from improved program quality and better job placement results.
Key points
Requires the full implementation of performance indicators and accountability measures for workforce investment programs (WIOA) within 6 months.
Mandates the use of an objective statistical model to measure state performance and apply penalties (sanctions) for failing to meet performance goals.
Explicitly prohibits any delay in implementing these new accountability rules, ensuring rapid oversight improvement.
Requires the Secretary of Labor to provide ongoing technical assistance to states to ensure compliance with the new requirements.
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