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Bills · HR 1434
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1434Youth employment and child laborEmployment and training programs
Strengthening Communities through Summer Employment Act
INTRO FEB 18· LAST ACTION FEB 18
READING
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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Voters should care about this bill because it addresses several pressing issues facing young people and communities today. By funding summer employment programs, the bill aims to reduce youth unemployment, which can be a significant barrier to long-term economic stability. Providing young people with structured jobs and mentorship during the summer can keep them engaged, teach valuable work skills, and offer positive alternatives to risky behaviors, potentially leading to a decrease in crime rates.
If this bill becomes law, it could create hundreds of thousands of new summer job opportunities, especially for underserved youth, giving them a head start in their careers and fostering a sense of purpose. This could lead to better academic performance, increased enrollment in higher education or training programs, and stronger local economies. If the bill does not pass, many communities might miss out on these opportunities, leaving more young people without positive summer engagement and potentially facing higher risks of academic struggles or involvement in the criminal justice system.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Authorizes over $1 billion in federal funding for summer youth employment programs over five fiscal years, from 2026 to 2030.
This provision establishes the financial commitment to significantly expand summer job opportunities for youth nationwide.
PROVISION 02
Allocates 90% of the authorized funds for competitive grants to eligible entities to either expand existing summer employment programs or implement innovative approaches.
This ensures a significant portion of the funding directly supports program operations and encourages both growth and new ideas in youth employment.
PROVISION 03
Requires funded summer youth employment programs to provide at least four weeks of subsidized work, pay at least the minimum wage, and offer essential support like coaching, mentoring, and post-program assistance.
These requirements ensure that the summer jobs are meaningful, fair, and contribute to participants' long-term development and success.
PROVISION 04
Prioritizes grant applications from areas with high youth unemployment rates and violent crime rates, and those serving youth historically underserved by such programs.
This targets resources to communities and young people who stand to benefit most from increased employment opportunities and support.
Voters should care about this bill because it addresses several pressing issues facing young people and communities today. By funding summer employment programs, the bill aims to reduce youth unemployment, which can be a significant barrier to long-term economic stability. Providing young people with structured jobs and mentorship during the summer can keep them engaged, teach valuable work skills, and offer positive alternatives to risky behaviors, potentially leading to a decrease in crime rates.
If this bill becomes law, it could create hundreds of thousands of new summer job opportunities, especially for underserved youth, giving them a head start in their careers and fostering a sense of purpose. This could lead to better academic performance, increased enrollment in higher education or training programs, and stronger local economies. If the bill does not pass, many communities might miss out on these opportunities, leaving more young people without positive summer engagement and potentially facing higher risks of academic struggles or involvement in the criminal justice system.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Authorizes over $1 billion in federal funding for summer youth employment programs over five fiscal years, from 2026 to 2030.
This provision establishes the financial commitment to significantly expand summer job opportunities for youth nationwide.
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Allocates 90% of the authorized funds for competitive grants to eligible entities to either expand existing summer employment programs or implement innovative approaches.
This ensures a significant portion of the funding directly supports program operations and encourages both growth and new ideas in youth employment.
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Requires funded summer youth employment programs to provide at least four weeks of subsidized work, pay at least the minimum wage, and offer essential support like coaching, mentoring, and post-program assistance.
These requirements ensure that the summer jobs are meaningful, fair, and contribute to participants' long-term development and success.
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Prioritizes grant applications from areas with high youth unemployment rates and violent crime rates, and those serving youth historically underserved by such programs.
This targets resources to communities and young people who stand to benefit most from increased employment opportunities and support.
A legislative act that permits money to be spent on a program, but does not actually provide the funds. Actual funding must come from a separate appropriation act.
Subsidized Employment
A job where a portion of the employee's wages is paid for by an outside source, often a government program or grant, to help employers cover costs and encourage hiring.
Grants
Financial awards given by one entity (like the federal government) to another (like a local organization) to carry out a specific purpose, often with conditions attached.
Eligible Entities
Organizations, agencies, or groups that meet specific criteria outlined in the bill, making them qualified to apply for and receive federal funding.
Fiscal Year
A 12-month period that a government or company uses for budgeting and accounting purposes. The U.S. federal fiscal year runs from October 1 to September 30.
Competitive Basis
A process where multiple organizations apply for funding or opportunities, and the awards are given out based on a selection process that evaluates the quality and merit of each application.
Underserved Youth
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTS
FEB 18, 25
Introduced in House
INTROREFERRAL
FEB 18, 25
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Young people who face significant barriers to accessing opportunities, such as those from low-income families, certain racial or ethnic groups, or those in areas with limited resources.
