Public Works Employment Act of 1982

Public Works Employment Act of 1982 - Amends the Local Public Works Capital Development and Investment Act of 1976 to increase from 6.5 percent to 7.5 percent the minimum unemployment rate necessary to qualify a State for a special allocation of set aside funds for local public works programs.

Extends to December 23, 1983, the date by which grant applications must be received by the Secretary of Commerce.

Authorizes appropriations for FY 1983 and following years.