American Workforce Act: Paid Job Training Programs as College Alternative
This Act establishes the American Workforce Program, offering paid, full-time job training as an alternative to traditional college education. US citizens without a bachelor's degree can gain specialized skills and on-the-job experience, while employers receive subsidies (up to $9,000) for educational training costs. The program aims to boost employment in high-wage, high-demand industries, ensuring trainees receive fair wages and are trained for positions paying at least 80% of the local median household income.
Key points
New Career Path: The program provides paid, full-time workforce projects (training) for US citizens with a high school diploma who have not earned a bachelor's degree.
Financial Support for Employers: Employers receive workforce education subsidies (up to $1,500 per month, maximum $9,000 total) and a $1,000 bonus for hiring a trainee upon project completion.
Wage and Position Requirements: Trainees must be paid at least the minimum wage and be trained for positions with an annual salary of at least 80% of the median household income in the job's county.
Trainee Protection: Mechanisms for whistleblower complaints and compliance reviews are established, with penalties for employers who fail to meet contract terms or have low completion rates (below 25% over 4 years).
Transparency: Employers must provide public disclosure documents detailing project costs, expected post-training wages, completion rates, and hiring percentages.
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