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Tax Credits for Employers Hiring Youth and Disconnected Individuals.

This act modifies tax credits for businesses that hire young people. The goal is to encourage employers to offer jobs to students and young individuals facing employment challenges. This could help more young people gain work experience and improve their financial situation.
Key points
Extends tax credit for hiring high school students year-round, not just in summer, provided they work up to 20 hours per week during the school year.
Introduces a new tax credit for employers hiring "disconnected youth" – individuals aged 16-25 who are not in school, not working, and lack basic skills.
Provides an additional credit for businesses hiring former foster children aged 16-21.
These changes aim to incentivize companies to create job opportunities for young people, helping them enter the workforce and gain experience.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1210
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2025-03-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Helping to Encourage Real Opportunities (HERO) for Youth Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1210.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends tax credit for hiring high school students year-round, not just in summer, provided they work up to 20 hours per week during the school year.
  • Introduces a new tax credit for employers hiring "disconnected youth" – individuals aged 16-25 who are not in school, not working, and lack basic skills.
  • Provides an additional credit for businesses hiring former foster children aged 16-21.
  • These changes aim to incentivize companies to create job opportunities for young people, helping them enter the workforce and gain experience.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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