Bill > S1383

This bill, titled the "Pathways Back to Work Act of 2013," establishes a $12.5 billion fund to provide subsidized employment opportunities for unemployed, low-income adults and summer and year-round employment for low-income youth, along with funding for effective work-related and educational programs. The fund, managed by the Secretary of Labor, will allocate $8 billion for adult subsidized employment, $2.5 billion for youth employment, and $2 billion for competitive grants to local entities for training and skill development. The bill outlines specific requirements for states and local areas to receive these funds, including the submission of plans detailing how they will provide these opportunities, ensure participant eligibility, and track performance. It also defines key terms like "low-income youth" and "unemployed, low-income adult," and emphasizes coordination with existing workforce development programs.