Several lawmakers have announced significant funding and legislation aimed at enhancing workforce development and supporting clean energy initiatives. RepFeenstra introduced the Upward Mobility Enhancement Act to retain skilled workers and provide educational opportunities. RepUnderwood secured $75 million for union jobs and climate change efforts. SenSchumer celebrated $50 million for environmental justice projects. RepEspaillat commended FordhamNYC for overseeing $50 million in EPA grant funding. Various bills like the Stronger Workforce for America Act aim to address workforce challenges and promote economic growth.
The middle class built America. We need to rebuild the middle class. That’s why I just voted for the bipartisan #AStrongerWorkforceForAmerica Act. To invest in workforce development and connect millions of Americans to good-paying jobs and employers to top-tier talent.
NEW: The House just passed a bill that authorizes nearly $40 billion for critical workforce development programs. This bill reauthorizes the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act through 2030 + gives workers more opportunities to develop skills to obtain good-paying jobs. https://t.co/cN82T2IbbU
I voted for the bipartisan #AStrongerWorkforceforAmerica Act to support workforce development initiatives like @DOLJobCorps and Adult Education programs in CT by creating good-paying jobs and fostering innovation. @HouseDemocrats are building an economy for everyone! https://t.co/iWhSOvIhjc
📺 WATCH: Ranking Member @bobbyscott urges colleagues to vote in favor of his bill, the bipartisan A Stronger Workforce for America Act, which will: ➡️Fill jobs with qualified candidates. ➡️Create job opportunities for workers. ➡️Bridge the gap between workers and employers https://t.co/ga6Eombteo
Democrats have created 15 million jobs since @POTUS took office & now the House is taking action with the #AStrongerWorkforceforAmerica Act to fill these jobs by training workers & connecting them with employers. This bill would help build an economy that works for all Americans. https://t.co/24OFqfM0kh
Updating the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act will help promote economic security and grow the middle class. I’m pleased that the bipartisan update we passed today includes provisions from the ACCESS Act, the bill I lead with @CongressmanGT.
I helped pass the Stronger Workforce for America Act to pave the way for a more dynamic and resilient workforce that is ready to tackle the challenges of today and the opportunities of tomorrow. https://t.co/2RegowS7nL
📺WATCH @virginiafoxx support S. 2051 to help @NCMEC protect missing/exploited kids.⬇️ "Passing the Missing Children’s Assistance Reauthorization Act of 2023 means we will ensure NCMEC has the tools needed to protect America’s most vulnerable children today, and in the future." https://t.co/BoXG8bFluu
Preparing the next generation of our workforce requires putting Americans on successful career pathways. H.R. 6655 does just that ⬇️ https://t.co/agcNSIRXJ7
Excited to join @SenatorDurbin in introducing a bill to create good-paying union manufacturing jobs at @Arsenal_Island. Our bill requires steady work at Army arsenals, creating stable jobs in #IL17. Let's strengthen our economy and invest in workers.💪 https://t.co/ScjSWCEY0N
Innovation isn't just a buzzword—it's the key to a stronger workforce and a brighter future for all Americans. I'm proud to support the A Stronger Workforce for America Act and my One Door to Work Act to lift workers out of poverty, off of welfare, and into the workforce. https://t.co/kD3Yj8NFu9
📺WATCH @virginiafoxx advocate for H.R. 6655, A Stronger Workforce for America Act⬇️ "American workers built this great nation. They deserve nothing but the best opportunity to succeed as rapid changes in the modern economy necessitate new skills in order to keep pace." https://t.co/YAOnJYcopn
While we support House consideration of "A Stronger Workforce for America Act" and believe the expected floor vote to be a vital step in updating #WIOA, we urge further refinement of the bill as it moves through the legislative process. Read our statement: https://t.co/GKU6jcUPyH https://t.co/8Hof6o7jqB
Employers are struggling to find workers; workers are struggling to gain skills. It’s hurting America’s economic competitiveness. H.R. 6655, A Stronger Workforce for America Act, addresses these challenges. Here’s what they are saying about this bill⤵️ https://t.co/Lwf1fVpLck https://t.co/I3HAYzxIu4
Congrats to @FordhamNYC for being selected to oversee $50 million in @EPA federal grant funding! I was honored to attend yesterday’s celebration with @SenSchumer @RepRitchie. These funds will play a major role in developing climate solutions to benefit our community. 🌎 https://t.co/MvgyMhceSO
A strong workforce builds a strong economy. That’s why I introduced legislation to help our businesses, manufacturers, hospitals, and other enterprises hire, train, and retain quality employees while supporting educational opportunities for their workers. https://t.co/OKj6ir8PlD
Today, we came together at @FordhamNYC to celebrate the $50M in funding for environmental justice projects that goes directly to grassroots organizations to fight pollution and build pathways to green jobs. I was so proud to deliver this funding from the Inflation Reduction Act. https://t.co/pWW6Ut0bcJ
Green power to the people: Biden's $20B bet on clean energy communities https://t.co/wgztBVMADY https://t.co/HeiScy0Uuj
We’re bringing good union jobs to Plainfield and making huge strides in our fight against climate change with $75 million in federal funding I secured >>> https://t.co/0rDgH0TPjl
We’re bringing good union jobs to Plainfield and making huge strides in our fight climate change with $75 million in federal funding I secured >>> https://t.co/0rDgH0TPjl
The @EPA has announced $20 billion in grants for a national clean financing network! The selected applicants, including @FinanceNOLA on the teams for @CGreenCapital, @JusticeClim8, and @calvertimpcap, will make accessible, affordable financing for #CleanEnergyProjects a reality… https://t.co/bF2Jm1enGj
My Upward Mobility Enhancement Act helps our businesses retain skilled workers while supporting educational opportunities for their employees. This is a strong investment not only in our workforce, but also in our economy and rural main streets. #IA04 https://t.co/UCVqtfrVYq