'Prepare More Americans For Success': Virginia Foxx Touts 'Critical' Workforce Development Programs
During remarks on the House floor last Tuesday, Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-NC) spoke about workforce development programs.
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00:00 The chair recognizes the gentlewoman from North Carolina, Ms. Fox, for five minutes.
00:08 Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
00:12 Mr. Speaker, employers across all industries are looking for qualified workers to fill
00:20 in-demand jobs.
00:22 Job creators are consistently finding that skills-based credentials can successfully,
00:30 oftentimes more effectively, prepare workers for success on the job.
00:36 It's not just employers who are recognizing the value of upskilling.
00:42 A recent poll found that 82 percent of American voters are in favor of bolstering the nation's
00:50 workforce development programs.
00:53 The Education and Workforce Committee is proud to spearhead this effort with legislation
01:01 like a Stronger Workforce for America Act, which makes critical updates to the nation's
01:09 workforce development system.
01:11 Additionally, the Bipartisan Workforce Pell Act will help connect low-income students and
01:19 workers with the experiences and programs they need to gain relevant skills for in-demand
01:27 jobs.
01:28 In conjunction, these pieces of legislation will be transformative for America's workforce
01:37 and prepare more Americans for success in the 21st century economy.
01:45 I yield back, Mr. Speaker.
01:47 [BLANK_AUDIO]