A bill to encourage the formation of industry-led training consortia, and for other purposes.
Requires such consortia to have a majority of representatives from not fewer than ten employers (or nonprofit organizations that represent employers) in a common industry or with common skill needs. Allows such consortia to have representatives from labor organizations, State and local governments, and education organizations.
Gives priority for such grants to eligible entities that consist of a majority of representatives from small businesses.
Sets requirements relating to maximum amount of grants, applications, use of program funds, matching funds, administrative expenses, and information and technical assistance.
Authorizes appropriations.
Title II: Planning Grants - Directs the Secretary of Commerce to make grants to States to assist employers, organizations, and agencies in conducting planning to form consortia under title I.
Sets requirements relating to applications and matching funds.
Authorizes appropriations.
Introduced in Senate
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1519-1520)
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1521)
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