Sen. Braun Introduces Legislation To Prioritize Evidence-Based Workforce Programs

WASHINGTON—Today, Senator Mike Braun introduced the Prioritizing Evidence for Workforce Development Act to prioritize the funding of evidence-based education and workforce programs. Workforce programs with proven outcomes are essential to filling the over 11 million job openings in the United States.

 

“Workforce shortages are a big problem for Hoosiers businesses when I travel across the state. The best solution for this issue lies in effective, evidence-based education and workforce development programs to prepare Americans to fill these jobs and close the skills gap. This legislation will ensure that evidence-based workforce programs are prioritized across the nation.” — Senator Braun

 

“We applaud and appreciate Senator Braun for introducing this common-sense change to our adult education system. Prioritizing improvements based on evidence will help students and families achieve economic prosperity. As a provider of adult education through Adult High Schools, we welcome the increased emphasis on ensuring that our programs are serving our clients well.”—Betsy Delgado, SVP of the Goodwill Excel Center National Office