Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE)
National Talent Strategy Act of 2026
A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The bill directs the Secretary of Labor to create the American Talent Working Group within 120 days of enactment. This group brings together various federal officials to align federal policy, funding, and data related to education and workforce development. Within one year, the Secretary of Labor and the working group must develop a comprehensive four-year Federal strategic talent plan. The bill requires regular reports and meetings with state, local, and industry leaders to address labor market needs. The working group and the strategic plan will expire after eight years unless reauthorized by Congress. Finally, the Comptroller General is required to evaluate the effectiveness of the working group and the strategic plan.
Yes· 3 of 17
- Scored +4
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The bill includes explicit provisions targeting transition assistance and civilian workforce reentry support for members of the Armed Forces and veterans.
- Scored +3
Would business owners be better off under this?
Business owners and industry leaders are directly engaged to help identify workforce shortages and align talent development with employer needs.
- Scored +3
Would union members be better off under this?
Labor union representatives are explicitly included in the development of the Federal strategic talent plan and ongoing consultations.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 2(c)(5): This provision requires annual engagement with state and local government leaders, business owners, labor unions, education officials, and tribal leaders. This is positive because it ensures that everyday community leaders have a direct voice in discussing job development needs.
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Section 3(c)(2)(G): This provision focuses on members of the Armed Forces transitioning to civilian employment, National Guard or Reserve members, and veterans reentering the civilian workforce. This is positive because it targets specific support for individuals who have served the country.
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Section 3(c)(3)(G): This provision supports workers affected by automation or other disruptive impacts of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies through re-skilling, upskilling, and educational opportunities. This is positive because it helps workers adapt to changing job markets and keep their livelihoods.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any explicit sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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 veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The bill includes explicit provisions targeting transition assistance and civilian workforce reentry support for members of the Armed Forces and veterans. Would business owners be better off under this? — Business owners and industry leaders are directly engaged to help identify workforce shortages and align talent development with employer needs. Would union members be better off under this? — Labor union representatives are explicitly included in the development of the Federal strategic talent plan and ongoing consultations. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The strategic talent plan aims to increase labor force participation and expand workforce program reach to underserved populations. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — The bill provides upskilling and re-skilling opportunities for workers affected by automation and emerging technologies. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Efforts to connect workers with high-wage career pathways and growing industries benefit middle-class households. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Regional meetings and local leader engagement help address varied job development needs in rural areas. Would students be better off under this? — Education officials and postsecondary institutions are engaged to better align career and technical education with labor market needs. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Strategic workforce planning and education alignment support young adults entering the modern labor market.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill establishes a working group and strategic plan focused on aligning federal workforce development to meet labor market needs and support high-growth industries. Is this likely to grow the economy? — By aligning federal education, workforce, and talent policies, the bill aims to improve labor market efficiency and address workforce shortages. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The legislation engages business owners and industry leaders to help shape workforce strategies that meet regional employer needs.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires regular progress reports, evaluations, and accountability measures from the working group and the Comptroller General. Does this leave more decisions to the states? — The legislation mandates ongoing direct engagement with state and local government leaders and boards to align federal programs with local efforts. Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill creates a new interagency federal working group and strategic planning mandate to coordinate workforce programs across multiple federal departments.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The bill explicitly mandates targeted support and transition assistance for members of the Armed Forces, National Guard, Reserve members, and veterans reentering the civilian workforce.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The legislation requires regional meetings and engagement with local leaders to understand varied job development needs across different areas of the nation.
- 9/24/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
Ted BuddRepublican · North Carolina