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HR 2506119th CongressIntroduced
AID Youth Employment Act
Introduced: Oct 29, 2025
Civil Rights & JusticeEducationLabor & Employment
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
This legislation amends the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to establish competitive grant programs providing subsidized summer and year-round employment opportunities for youth aged 14-24, with specific funding allocations, eligibility criteria for marginalized populations, and performance measurement requirements to address youth unemployment and workforce development needs.
Key Points
- 1Creates two distinct grant programs: $1.8 billion annually for summer employment opportunities and $2.4 billion for year-round employment, targeting youth aged 14-24 including in-school, out-of-school, and marginalized populations.
- 2Requires 50% non-federal matching for implementation grants but increases federal share to 95% for tribal entities while mandating specific partnerships with educational agencies and justice system organizations.
- 3Implements rigorous performance measures including post-program employment/education rates and credential attainment tracking to ensure program effectiveness and continuous quality improvement through annual reviews.
Impact Areas
Youth aged 14-24 (particularly marginalized groups including homeless, foster care, and justice-involved youth)State/local governments, tribal organizations, and community-based entities administering employment programsEmployers participating in subsidized employment initiatives and educational agencies partnering in workforce development
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