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119-hr-5380119th CongressWALLET

Labor Market Response Act

Sponsored By: Representative Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2]

Introduced

Summary

This bill would require evidence that training funded by the Health Profession Opportunity Grant matches local labor market demand. It adds a new application rule that asks grant applicants to show recent labor market information and other proof of in-demand jobs or worker shortages.

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  • Applicants and training providers would have to include a description of the availability and relevance of recent labor market information and other pertinent evidence of in-demand jobs or worker shortages when applying for grants.
  • Grant reviewers would see a new documentation item to check during application review, shifting the application focus toward documented employer demand and workforce gaps.
  • The requirement would take effect on October 1, 2025.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

New labor data for health job grants

If enacted, applications for Health Profession Opportunity Grants would need to include recent labor market data. Applicants would have to show evidence of in-demand jobs or worker shortages the training targets. This could add paperwork and time for grantees. It aims to better match training with local job needs. The change would start October 1, 2025, and would not add new funding or expand who can get help.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2]

PA • D

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

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