THOMPSON ISSUES STATEMENT FOLLOWING PASSAGE OF WIOA REAUTHORIZATION OUT OF THE EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE COMMITTEE

Washington, April 21 -- Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson issued the following press release:

U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson released the following statement after voting in support of H.R. 8210, A Stronger Workforce for America Act, which passed out of the Education and Workforce Committee earlier today:

"While I voted in favor of A Stronger Workforce for America Act in committee, I will continue to work with my colleagues and stakeholders in our community to ensure this legislation meets local labor market needs and help to further lead individuals down the pathway of success and into high-quality, family-sustaining jobs," Rep. Thompson said. Background:

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) has not been reau...