Miller, Estes Re-Introduce Accelerating Individuals into the Workforce Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) and Congressman Ron Estes (R-KS) introduced the Accelerating Individuals into the Workforce Act. This legislation encourages employer-led partnerships with state and local agencies to hire recipients from the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program to provide job skills training to strengthen America's workforce.

"Creating new jobs, diversifying our economy, and supporting our business community is a top priority," said Congressman Miller. "We should strive to provide the best resources for those entering the workforce to grow and be successful. By incentivizing employers to hire TANF recipients, new employees will receive on the job training and valuable experience to continue their careers. I encourage my colleagues to support this legislation and help get more Americans back to work."

"The Accelerating Individuals into the Workforce Act will help get people back to work and make sure everyone has an opportunity to participate in the U.S. economy," said Congressman Estes. "This bill fulfills the primary goal of TANF by supporting welfare recipients and connecting them with jobs, apprenticeships and training. I look forward to working with my colleagues on this common sense legislation."

Background:
This legislation combines the goals of helping TANF recipients find employment, while providing employers with available workers. The TANF Contingency Fund would be used to subsidize no more than 50% of the recipient's wages. The other 50% would be provided by the employer or state and local funds. States will be required to report on the outcomes of this program.

Click Here for bill text.

Click Here to watch Rep. Miller speak on Accelerating Individuals into the Workforce Act. 

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