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This bill expands labor representation on state and local workforce development boards by increasing the required percentage of board members representing labor organizations from 20% to 30%. The bill also provides a comprehensive definition of "labor organization" that goes beyond the existing definition in the National Labor Relations Act. Specifically, the definition now includes labor union federations, state and municipal labor bodies, and organizations representing workers in previously excluded categories such as federal employees, railroad workers, and agricultural laborers. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) is the primary legislation being amended, with the goal of ensuring greater representation of workers and labor interests in workforce development decision-making at both state and local levels. This expanded definition and increased representation aims to give labor organizations a more significant voice in workforce planning, training, and employment strategies.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/567/all-info