Robert C. Scott
09/25/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/25/2024 14:23
Scott Receives Legislative Champion Award for Work on Adult Education
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03), the Ranking Member of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, received the Legislative Champion Award from the Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE). Congressman Scott was selected by COABE due to his work to strengthen adult education and support adult learners, specifically his work to update the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
"We know that we must give adults the skills they need to succeed in the 21st century economy, and that has the added benefit of also keeping America's economy competitive on the global stage," said Congressman Scott. "I was proud to see AStronger Workforce for America Act pass the House earlier this year, and I will keep working to get it passed by Senate and signed into law. That bill will make critical improvements to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and will expand the skills development provided under the law, strengthen the relationship between employers and the workforce system, and put more Americans on the pathway to successful careers. I look forward to working with COABE to support the needs of America's adult educators, learners and programs."
COABE is the leading national organization representing the US system of adult education.
More information on A Stronger Workforce for America Act can be found by CLICKING HERE.
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