Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR)
Expressing support for the designation of September 2025 as "National Workforce Development Month".
A Democratic resolution with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 2 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating September 2025 as "National Workforce Development Month." It highlights the importance of workforce development for the United States to compete in the global economy. The text notes that various stakeholders collaborate to provide sustainable workforce development across multiple sectors. It also points out the need for skills development due to projected job increases and current unemployment figures. Finally, the resolution supports Federal initiatives to promote workforce development.
Yes· 3 of 15
- Scored +5
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The resolution supports skills development through apprenticeships and internships which benefit young workers entering the workforce.
- Scored +5
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The resolution states that the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act supports individuals who earn low incomes.
- Scored +5
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The resolution notes that the Wagner-Peyser Act has provided career services to hundreds of thousands of veterans.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased economic opportunity: The resolution acknowledges that the federally supported workforce system helps rebuild the economy and provides increased economic opportunities. (Resolution, Section 1-3)
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Support for workers with barriers to employment: Programs such as the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act support various groups, including low-income individuals, the long-term unemployed, those displaced by outsourcing, people in rural areas, individuals seeking employment after incarceration, and individuals with disabilities. (Whereas clauses regarding 29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.)
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Access to career services: The Wagner-Peyser Act has provided access to career services for workers, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. (Whereas clauses regarding 29 U.S.C. 49 et seq.)
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Improved educational outcomes: Participation in career and technical education (CTE) programs is noted to decrease the risk of students dropping out of high school and results in higher graduation rates. (Whereas clauses regarding CTE)
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Skill acquisition through diverse methods: Workers can access skills through various means such as apprenticeships, work experience opportunities, on-the-job training, and paid internships. (Whereas clauses regarding workforce development boards and the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution states that the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act supports individuals who earn low incomes. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The resolution identifies individuals with disabilities as a key group supported by workforce development programs. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The resolution notes that the Wagner-Peyser Act has provided career services to hundreds of thousands of veterans. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The resolution supports skills development through apprenticeships and internships which benefit young workers entering the workforce. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution acknowledges higher unemployment rates for Black adults and supports programs to increase employment access. Would children be better off under this? — The resolution notes that participation in CTE programs decreases the risk of high school students dropping out. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The resolution acknowledges higher unemployment rates for Hispanic adults and supports programs to increase employment access. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The resolution states that workforce development programs support individuals living in rural areas. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — The resolution highlights that workforce development provides pathways into jobs that support families.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The resolution states that workforce development is crucial for global competitiveness and growing the economy. Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution supports federal initiatives and workforce development that help workers find and fill unfilled jobs. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The resolution highlights that workforce development helps businesses find the skilled workforce needed to compete.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — The text highlights that workforce programs support individuals with disabilities by providing access to career services. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution notes that unemployment rates for Black and Hispanic adults are higher, implying workforce development can address these gaps.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make college cost less? — The resolution notes that community and technical colleges serve millions of students at a comparatively low cost.
- 9/10/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Brett GuthrieRepublican · Kentucky
Glenn ThompsonRepublican · Pennsylvania