Expressing support for the designation of September 2025 as "National Workforce Development Month".
This House resolution (H. Res. 690) expresses congressional support for designating September 2025 as “National Workforce Development Month.” It is a non-binding, symbolic measure that signals the House’s backing for increased attention to workforce development activities across government, education, and industry. The resolution aligns with ongoing efforts to strengthen the U.S. workforce and emphasizes collaboration among federal, state, and local governments and a broad network of partners (employers, community colleges, workforce boards, American Job Centers, etc.) to improve education, training, and career advancement. The preamble cites current challenges and policy context—such as rising demand for workers with some postsecondary education but not a four-year degree, a high number of unfilled jobs, and concerns about automation—along with references to existing laws and programs (notably the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Wagner-Peyser Act, and Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act). While the resolution highlights these issues and the benefits of workforce development, it does not create new programs or funding; its effect is to recognize and promote continued federal initiatives and collaboration.
Key Points
- 1Expresses support for designating September 2025 as “National Workforce Development Month” and for federal initiatives that promote workforce development.
- 2Emphasizes the importance of workforce development for U.S. competitiveness in the global economy and for economic security and opportunity for workers.
- 3Highlights broad collaboration among state/local governments, workforce boards, education and human services agencies, community colleges, employers, and public/private partners as essential to effective workforce development.
- 4References current and future workforce challenges (e.g., rising demand for workers with targeted postsecondary skills, significant unfilled jobs, and concerns about automation) to underscore the need for ongoing training and upskilling efforts.
- 5Draws on existing law and programs (WIOA, Wagner-Peyser Act, CTE Act) and the role of community colleges, apprenticeships, and job centers in training, placement, and support services for workers, including those facing barriers to employment.