Posts - Bill - HR 2690 Improve Employer-Directed Skills Act

house 04/07/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to help employers take a more active role in training workers by clearly defining employer-directed skills development, allowing employers to refer candidates directly for on-the-job training and ensuring they commit to hiring those who complete the program successfully. This aims to streamline training and improve job placement outcomes.

HR 2690 - Improve Employer-Directed Skills Act

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left-leaning 04/07/2025

Letting employers call the shots on training? Sounds like handing the fox the henhouse keys.

left-leaning 04/07/2025

Employer-directed training? More like employer-controlled loopholes in worker rights.

right-leaning 04/07/2025

Less government meddling means faster, sharper workforce upgrades — about time!

moderate 04/07/2025

A little trust in employers could boost skills, as long as there’s a watchdog on the sidelines.

left-leaning 04/07/2025

If we don’t protect workers, skills development just turns into cheap labor schemes.

right-leaning 04/07/2025

Employer-driven training: because who knows worker needs better than the boss?

moderate 04/07/2025

Maybe it’s smart to let employers guide training — but only if workers don’t get shortchanged.

moderate 04/07/2025

Looks like a fresh spin on workforce deals; let’s see if it helps or just helps the bosses.

right-leaning 04/07/2025

Finally, cutting the red tape so employers can invest in real skills, not busywork.