Bill Overview
Title: Workforce and Education Partnership Act of 2022
Description: This bill allows certain Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act grants allocated to states and local areas to be used to develop partnerships between educational institutions and employers to create or improve workforce development programs.
Sponsors: Rep. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5]
Target Audience
Population: People benefiting from workforce development programs globally
Estimated Size: 33000000
- The bill focuses on the collaboration between educational institutions and employers.
- Workforce development programs target individuals seeking employment or skills development.
- Educational institutions will be involved in implementing this bill.
- Employers partnering with educational institutions will be part of the target population.
- Students and job seekers who are the intended beneficiaries of workforce development programs will be impacted.
Reasoning
- The Workforce and Education Partnership Act of 2022 will most likely impact working-age individuals who engage in workforce development and adult education.
- This includes employees seeking to upskill, unemployed individuals seeking new career paths, and students in higher education benefiting from enhanced training opportunities.
- The policy has a budget limit which confines its impact, but it is enough to make substantial improvements for a sizable fraction of the target population in terms of partnerships and opportunities.
- Given the U.S. population size and the budgetary constraints, not all who are involved in workforce development will see changes, but strategic partnerships will amplify opportunities for affected groups.
- Choosing a diverse range of individuals from various geographies and occupations will better simulate the impact across the country.
Simulated Interviews
College Student (Seattle, WA)
Age: 22 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm excited about partnerships that give students like me more industry exposure.
- I hope to gain internship opportunities that align with my career goals.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Manufacturing Worker (Cleveland, OH)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm worried about finding a new job; better training programs would be a blessing.
- I hope there are partnerships with local manufacturers offering new skills.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
HR Manager (Houston, TX)
Age: 39 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm supportive of educational partnerships; it simplifies my job when more candidates have the required skills.
- I believe such policies can narrow the skills gap in our industry.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Software Developer (Miami, FL)
Age: 28 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I welcome the opportunity to upskill through partnerships.
- Technology moves fast, so continuous learning is crucial.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Community College Instructor (Atlanta, GA)
Age: 58 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Collaborations with businesses enhance our curriculum and student readiness.
- Support like this policy is critical for evolving our teaching methods.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Freelance Graphic Designer (Denver, CO)
Age: 33 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Need more structured learning opportunities to break into new fields.
- I hope courses through partnerships address modern design needs.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Retired Engineer (San Jose, CA)
Age: 62 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 9
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think this policy is very positive for students aspiring to enter technical fields.
- Students gaining industry access earlier in their education is beneficial.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 9 |
High School Guidance Counselor (Boston, MA)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I support initiatives that provide students with more career pathways.
- Education and industry partnerships can create viable futures for students.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Childcare Provider (Boise, ID)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 13/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Policies that help development of skills in high demand areas are crucial.
- Partnerships could lead to professional growth opportunities I didn't have previously.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Small Business Owner (Minneapolis, MN)
Age: 41 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Providing educational courses for small business owners helps us thrive.
- I would appreciate if policies like this are more frequently available.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $600000000 (Low: $500000000, High: $800000000)
Year 2: $600000000 (Low: $500000000, High: $800000000)
Year 3: $600000000 (Low: $500000000, High: $800000000)
Year 5: $600000000 (Low: $500000000, High: $800000000)
Year 10: $600000000 (Low: $500000000, High: $800000000)
Year 100: $600000000 (Low: $500000000, High: $800000000)
Key Considerations
- The long-term effectiveness of workforce development programs in improving employment outcomes.
- Administrative burden and costs associated with establishing partnerships and managing programs.
- Potential variability in state-level implementation and effectiveness.
- The scale and scope of partnerships developed under the grants.