Grants for after-school job training for youth
Sponsored by Josh Harder
What the bill does
This bill creates a competitive grant program for out-of-school-time youth workforce readiness programs. It funds activities like career exploration, mentoring, work-based learning, and job training for youth ages 6 to 18. Grants go to national youth organizations with local chapters in at least 35 states. The goal is to help young people gain skills and connect with employers.
The stakes
This bill affects youth who need extra help preparing for careers, especially those in underserved communities. It decides whether federal money will support after-school and summer programs that teach job skills and offer work experience.
What each side says
- The bill helps young people gain employability skills and work experience, which can lead to better jobs and economic mobility.bill
- It requires partnerships between community organizations, schools, and employers, which can make programs more effective and connected to local job needs.bill
- The grant program focuses on underserved communities and ensures geographic equity between urban and rural areas.bill
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