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This bill, the Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2026, aims to establish a pilot program to provide grants to eligible entities, such as local governments or Tribal entities in areas with high unemployment, to create "job guarantee programs." These programs would ensure employment for individuals aged 18 and older residing in the service area, offering jobs that are union-compatible, last for the duration of the pilot, and provide wages at least as high as the local minimum wage or prevailing wage, along with health insurance comparable to federal employees and paid family and sick leave. The bill also allows grant funds to cover supportive services like transportation and childcare, access to career advisors, adult education, and assistance for individuals with criminal records. The Secretary of Labor will award up to 15 grants, prioritizing areas with diverse needs and compositions, and will establish a "Job Guarantee Program Trust Fund" to disburse payments. The bill includes provisions for federal agencies to participate by offering jobs and being reimbursed, mandates up to 8 weeks of paid training for participants, and outlines reporting and evaluation requirements to assess the program's impact on employment, poverty, and other economic and social outcomes. Additionally, it expands the Work Opportunity Tax Credit to include participants in these job guarantee programs.

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