WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT OF 1998 Public Law 105–220, as amended WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT OF 1998 220 112–166 Statute Compilation United States House of Representatives Office of the Legislative Counsel text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. GPO Statute Compilations USLM converter, version 20210527.1 2021-10-15 Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Adult Education and Family Literacy Act 21st Century Workforce Commission Act Twenty-First Century Workforce Commission Act Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1998 8156 105 1998-08-07 WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT OF 1998 [Public Law 105–220] [As Amended Through P.L. 112–166, Enacted August 10, 2012] [Currency: This publication is a compilation of the text of Public Law 105-220. It was last amended by the public law listed in the As Amended Through note above and below at the bottom of each page of the pdf version and reflects current law through the date of the enactment of the public law listed at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/collection/comps/] [Note: While this publication does not represent an official version of any Federal statute, substantial efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of its contents. The official version of Federal law is found in the United States Statutes at Large and in the United States Code. The legal effect to be given to the Statutes at Large and the United States Code is established by statute (1 U.S.C. 112, 204).] [NOTE: THE ACT IS REPEALED PURSUANT TO SECTION 511(a) OF P.L. 113–128. FOR EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE REPEAL (and for certain sections that continue to apply after such date), SEE FOOTNOTE TO SECTION 1(a).]
AN ACTTo consolidate, coordinate, and improve employment, training, literacy, and vocational rehabilitation programs in the United States, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. [20 U.S.C. 9201 note] SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS.1 (a) Short Title.—This Act may be cited as the “Workforce Investment Act of 1998”. 1

Section 511(a) of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (Public Law 113–128; enacted July 22, 2014) provides for an amendment to repeal the entire Act.

Section 506(a) of such Public Law provides: “[e]xcept as otherwise provided in this Act, this Act, including the amendments made by this Act, shall take effect on the first day of the first full program year after the date of enactment of this Act”. The effective date for carrying out the repeal is July 1, 2015; however, there are select provisions of the ’98 law that continue to apply after such date through June 30, 2016. The sections that continue to apply are sections 112, 118, and 136.

casterkx: Note to compiler: keep the entire Act until after June 30, 2016. (b) Table of Contents.—The table of contents for this Act is as follows: Sec. 1. TITLE I— Subtitle A— Sec. 101. Subtitle B— Sec. 106. Chapter 1— Sec. 111. Sec. 112. Chapter 2— Sec. 116. Sec. 117. Sec. 118. Chapter 3— Sec. 121. Sec. 122. Sec. 123. Chapter 4— Sec. 126. Sec. 127. Sec. 128. Sec. 129. Chapter 5— Sec. 131. Sec. 132. Sec. 133. Sec. 134. Chapter 6— Sec. 136. Sec. 137. Subtitle C— Sec. 141. Sec. 142. Sec. 143. Sec. 144. Sec. 145. Sec. 146. Sec. 147. Sec. 148. Sec. 149. Sec. 150. Sec. 151. Sec. 152. Sec. 153. Sec. 154. Sec. 155. Sec. 156. Sec. 157. Sec. 158. Sec. 159. Sec. 160. Sec. 161. Subtitle D— Sec. 166. Sec. 167. Sec. 168. Sec. 169. Sec. 170. Sec. 171. Sec. 172. Sec. 173. Sec. 173A.2

So in law. There is no period at the end of the item relating to section 173A in the table of contents.

 Sec. 174. Subtitle E— Sec. 181. Sec. 182. Sec. 183. Sec. 184. Sec. 185. Sec. 186. Sec. 187. Sec. 188. Sec. 189. Sec. 190. Sec. 191. Sec. 192. Sec. 193. Sec. 194. Sec. 195. Subtitle F— Sec. 199. Sec. 199A. TITLE II— Sec. 201. Sec. 202. Sec. 203. Sec. 204. Sec. 205. Subtitle A— Chapter 1— Sec. 211. Sec. 212. Chapter 2— Sec. 221. Sec. 222. Sec. 223. Sec. 224. Sec. 225. Chapter 3— Sec. 231. Sec. 232. Sec. 233. Chapter 4— Sec. 241. Sec. 242. Sec. 243. Subtitle B— Sec. 251. TITLE III— Subtitle A— Sec. 301. Sec. 302. Sec. 303. Sec. 304. Sec. 305. Sec. 306. Sec. 307. Sec. 308. Sec. 309. Sec. 310. Sec. 311. Subtitle B— Sec. 321. Sec. 322. Sec. 323. Subtitle C— Sec. 331. Sec. 332. Sec. 333. Sec. 334. Sec. 335. Sec. 336. Sec. 337. Sec. 338. Sec. 339. Subtitle D— Sec. 341. TITLE IV— Sec. 401. Sec. 402. Sec. 403. Sec. 404. Sec. 405. Sec. 406. Sec. 407. Sec. 408. Sec. 409. Sec. 410. Sec. 411. Sec. 412. Sec. 413. Sec. 414. TITLE V— Sec. 501. Sec. 502. Sec. 503. Sec. 504. Sec. 505. Sec. 506. Sec. 507.
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">TITLE I—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">WORKFORCE INVESTMENT SYSTEMS </heading> <subtitle style="-uslm-dtd:subtitle" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">Subtitle A—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Workforce Investment Definitions </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101" styleType="OLC" role="definitions"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="101">SEC. 101. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2801">29 U.S.C. 2801</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DEFINITIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this title:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adult.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except in sections 127 and 132, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">adult</term>” means an individual who is age 18 or older.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adult education; adult education and literacy activities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The terms “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">adult education</term>” and “<term style="-uslm-dtd:quote">adult education and literacy activities</term>” have the meanings given the terms in section 203.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Area vocational education school.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">area vocational education school</term>” has the meaning given the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">area career and technical education school</term>” in section 3 of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Basic skills deficient.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">basic skills deficient</term>” means, with respect to an individual, that the individual has English reading, writing, or computing skills at or below the 8th grade level on a generally accepted standardized test or a comparable score on a criterion-referenced test.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Case management.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">case management</term>” means the provision of a client-centered approach in the <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />delivery of services, designed—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/5/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to prepare and coordinate comprehensive employment plans, such as service strategies, for participants to ensure access to necessary workforce investment activities and supportive services, using, where feasible, computer-based technologies; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/5/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide job and career counseling during <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />program participation and after job placement.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Chief elected official.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">chief elected <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />official</term>” means—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/6/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the chief elected executive officer of a unit of <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />general local government in a local area; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/6/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in a case in which a local area includes more than one unit of general local government, the individuals designated under the agreement described in section 117(c)(1)(B).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Community-based organization.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">community-based organization</term>” means a private nonprofit organization that is representative of a community or a significant segment of a community and that has demonstrated expertise and effectiveness in the field of workforce investment.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Customized training.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">customized <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />training</term>” means training—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/8/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that is designed to meet the special requirements of an employer (including a group of employers);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/8/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that is conducted with a commitment by the employer to employ an individual on successful completion of the training; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/8/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for which the employer pays for not less than 50 percent of the cost of the training.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Dislocated worker.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">dislocated worker</term>” means an individual who—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9/A/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has been terminated or laid off, or who has received a notice of termination or layoff, from employment;</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9/A/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii)</num><subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9/A/ii/I" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is eligible for or has exhausted entitlement to unemployment compensation; or</content></subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9/A/ii/II" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease2"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has been employed for a duration sufficient to demonstrate, to the appropriate entity at a one-stop center referred to in section 134(c), attachment to the workforce, but is not eligible for unemployment compensation due to insufficient earnings or having performed services for an employer that were not covered under a State unemployment compensation law; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9/A/iii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is unlikely to return to a previous industry or occupation;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9/B/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has been terminated or laid off, or has received a notice of termination or layoff, from employment as a result of any permanent closure of, or any substantial layoff at, a plant, facility, or enterprise;</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9/B/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is employed at a facility at which the employer has made a general announcement that such facility will close within 180 days; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9/B/iii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for purposes of eligibility to receive services other than training services described in section 134(d)(4), intensive services described in section 134(d)(3), or supportive services, is employed at a facility at which the employer has made a general announcement that such facility will close;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">was self-employed (including employment as a farmer, a rancher, or a fisherman) but is unemployed as a result of general economic conditions in the community in which the individual resides or because of natural disasters; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/9/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is a displaced homemaker.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/10" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="10">(10) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Displaced homemaker.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">displaced homemaker</term>” means an individual who has been providing unpaid services to family members in the home and who—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/10/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has been dependent on the income of another family member but is no longer supported by that income; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/10/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is unemployed or underemployed and is experiencing difficulty in obtaining or upgrading employment.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/11" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="11">(11) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Economic development agencies.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">economic development agencies</term>” includes local planning and zoning commissions or boards, community development agencies, and other local agencies and institutions responsible for regulating, promoting, or assisting in local economic development.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/12" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="12">(12) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible provider.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">eligible provider</term>”, used with respect to—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/12/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">training services, means a provider who is identified in accordance with section 122(e)(3);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/12/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">intensive services, means a provider who is identified or awarded a contract as described in section 134(d)(3)(B);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/12/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">youth activities, means a provider who is awarded a grant or contract in accordance with section 123; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/12/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">other workforce investment activities, means a public or private entity selected to be responsible for such activities, such as a one-stop operator designated or certified under section 121(d).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/13" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="13">(13) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible youth.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subtitles C and D, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">eligible youth</term>” means an individual who—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/13/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is not less than age 14 and not more than <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />age 21;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/13/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is a low-income individual; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/13/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">is an individual who is one or more of the following:</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/13/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Deficient in basic literacy skills.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/13/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A school dropout.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/13/C/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Homeless, a runaway, or a foster child.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/13/C/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Pregnant or a parent.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/13/C/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An offender.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/13/C/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An individual who requires additional assistance to complete an educational program, or to secure and hold employment.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/14" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="14">(14) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Employment and training activity.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">employment and training activity</term>” means an activity described in section 134 that is carried out for an adult or dislocated worker.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/15" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="15">(15) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Family.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">family</term>” means two or more persons related by blood, marriage, or decree of court, who are living in a single residence, and are included in one or more of the following categories:</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/15/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A husband, wife, and dependent children.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/15/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A parent or guardian and dependent children.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/15/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A husband and wife.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/16" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="16">(16) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Governor.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Governor</term>” means the chief executive of a State.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/17" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="17">(17) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Individual with a disability.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/17/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">individual with a disability</term>” means an individual with any disability (as defined in section 3 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12102)).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/17/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Individuals with disabilities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">individuals with disabilities</term>” means more than one individual with a disability.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/18" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="18">(18) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Labor market area.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">labor market area</term>” means an economically integrated geographic area within which individuals can reside and find employment within a reasonable distance or can readily change employment without changing their place of residence. Such an area shall be identified in accordance with criteria used by the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the Department of Labor in defining such areas or similar criteria established by a Governor.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/19" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="19">(19) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Literacy.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">literacy</term>” has the meaning given the term in section 203.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/20" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="20">(20) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local area.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">local area</term>” means a local workforce investment area designated under section 116.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/21" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="21">(21) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local board.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">local board</term>” means a local workforce investment board established under section 117.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/22" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="22">(22) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local performance measure.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">local performance measure</term>” means a performance measure established under section 136(c).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/23" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="23">(23) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local educational agency.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">local educational agency</term>” has the meaning given the term in section 9101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/24" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="24">(24) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Lower living standard income level.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">lower living standard income level</term>” means that income level (adjusted for regional, metropolitan, urban, and rural differences and family size) determined annually by the Secretary based on the most recent lower living family budget issued by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/25" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="25">(25) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Low-income individual.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">low-income individual</term>” means an individual who—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/25/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">receives, or is a member of a family that receives, cash payments under a Federal, State, or local income-based public assistance program;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/25/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">received an income, or is a member of a family that received a total family income, for the 6-month period prior to application for the program involved (exclusive of unemployment compensation, child support payments, payments described in subparagraph (A), and old-age and survivors insurance benefits received under section 202 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 402)) that, in relation to family size, does not exceed the higher of—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/25/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the poverty line, for an equivalent period; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/25/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">70 percent of the lower living standard income level, for an equivalent period;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/25/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is a member of a household that receives (or has been determined within the 6-month period prior to application for the program involved to be eligible to receive) supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits pursuant to the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/25/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">qualifies as a homeless individual, as defined in subsections (a) and (c) of section 103 of the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act<ref style="-uslm-dtd:footnote-ref" idref="ID31BEF61B26FF473EA9788FD33633CE2C" class="footnoteRef">3</ref> (42 U.S.C. 11302);</content><footnote id="ID31BEF61B26FF473EA9788FD33633CE2C" style="-uslm-dtd:footnote"><sup style="-uslm-dtd:superscript">3</sup><p style="-uslm-dtd:para; margin-left:1em">Public Law 106-400, enacted on October 30, 2000, renamed the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act as the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. Section 2 of such Act provides that ``[a]ny reference in any law, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act shall be deemed to be a reference to the `McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act'''.</p></footnote> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/25/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is a foster child on behalf of whom State or local government payments are made; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/25/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in cases permitted by regulations promulgated by the Secretary of Labor, is an individual with a disability whose own income meets the requirements of a program described in subparagraph (A) or of subparagraph (B), but who is a member of a family whose income does not meet such requirements.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/26" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="26">(26) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Nontraditional employment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">nontraditional employment</term>” refers to occupations or fields of work for which individuals from one gender comprise less than 25 percent of the individuals employed in each such occupation or field of work.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/27" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="27">(27) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Offender.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">offender</term>” means any adult or juvenile—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/27/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who is or has been subject to any stage of the criminal justice process, for whom services under this Act may be beneficial; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/27/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who requires assistance in overcoming artificial barriers to employment resulting from a record of arrest or conviction.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/28" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="28">(28) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Older individual.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">older individual</term>” means an individual age 55 or older.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/29" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="29">(29) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">One-stop operator.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">one-stop operator</term>” means 1 or more entities designated or certified under section 121(d).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/30" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="30">(30) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">One-stop partner.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">one-stop partner</term>” means—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/30/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an entity described in section 121(b)(1); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/30/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an entity described in section 121(b)(2) that is participating, with the approval of the local board and chief elected official, in the operation of a one-stop delivery system.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/31" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="31">(31) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">On-the-job training.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">on-the-job training</term>” means training by an employer that is provided to a paid participant while engaged in productive work in a job that—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/31/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provides knowledge or skills essential to the full and adequate performance of the job;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/31/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provides reimbursement to the employer of up to 50 percent of the wage rate of the participant, for the extraordinary costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to the training; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/31/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is limited in duration as appropriate to the occupation for which the participant is being trained, taking into account the content of the training, the prior work experience of the participant, and the service strategy of the participant, as appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/32" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="32">(32) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Outlying area.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">outlying area</term>” means the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/33" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="33">(33) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Out-of-school youth.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">out-of-school youth</term>” means—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/33/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an eligible youth who is a school dropout; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/33/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an eligible youth who has received a secondary school diploma or its equivalent but is basic skills deficient, unemployed, or underemployed.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/34" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="34">(34) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Participant.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">participant</term>” means an individual who has been determined to be eligible to participate in and who is receiving services (except followup services authorized under this title) under a program authorized by this title. Participation shall be deemed to commence on the first day, following determination of eligibility, on which the individual began receiving subsidized employment, training, or other services provided under this title.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/35" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="35">(35) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Postsecondary educational institution.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">postsecondary educational institution</term>” means an institution of higher education, as defined in section 102 of the Higher Education Act of 1965.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/36" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="36">(36) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Poverty line.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">poverty line</term>” means the poverty line (as defined by the Office of Management and Budget, and revised annually in accordance with section 673(2) of the Community Services Block Grant Act (42 U.S.C. 9902(2))) applicable to a family of the size involved.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/37" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="37">(37) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Public assistance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">public assistance</term>” means Federal, State, or local government cash payments for which eligibility is determined by a needs or income test.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/38" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="38">(38) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Rapid response activity.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">rapid response activity</term>” means an activity provided by a State, or by an entity designated by a State, with funds provided by the State under section 134(a)(1)(A), in the case of a permanent closure or mass layoff at a plant, facility, or enterprise, or a natural or other disaster, that results in mass job dislocation, in order to assist dislocated workers in obtaining reemployment as soon as possible, with services including—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/38/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the establishment of onsite contact with employers and employee representatives—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/38/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">immediately after the State is notified of a current or projected permanent closure or mass layoff; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/38/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the case of a disaster, immediately after the State is made aware of mass job dislocation as a result of such disaster;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/38/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the provision of information and access to available employment and training activities;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/38/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assistance in establishing a labor-management committee, voluntarily agreed to by labor and management, with the ability to devise and implement a strategy for assessing the employment and training needs of dislocated workers and obtaining services to meet such needs;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/38/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the provision of emergency assistance adapted to the particular closure, layoff, or disaster; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/38/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the provision of assistance to the local community in developing a coordinated response and in obtaining access to State economic development assistance.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/39" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="39">(39) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">School dropout.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">school dropout</term>” means an individual who is no longer attending any school and who has not received a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/40" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="40">(40) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secondary school.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">secondary school</term>” has the meaning given the term in section 9101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/41" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="41">(41) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secretary.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Secretary</term>” means the Secretary of Labor, and the term means such Secretary for purposes of section 503.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/42" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="42">(42) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">State</term>” means each of the several States of the United States, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/43" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="43">(43) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State adjusted level of performance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">State adjusted level of performance</term>” means a level described in clause (iii) or (v) of section 136(b)(3)(A).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/44" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="44">(44) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State board.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">State board</term>” means a State workforce investment board established under section 111.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/45" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="45">(45) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State performance measure.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">State performance measure</term>” means a performance measure established under section 136(b).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/46" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="46">(46) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Supportive services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">supportive services</term>” means services such as transportation, child care, dependent care, housing, and needs-related payments, that are necessary to enable an individual to participate in activities authorized under this title, consistent with the provisions of this title.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/47" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="47">(47) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Unemployed individual.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">unemployed individual</term>” means an individual who is without a job and who wants and is available for work. The determination of whether an individual is without a job shall be made in accordance with the criteria used by the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the Department of Labor in defining individuals as unemployed.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/48" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="48">(48) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Unit of general local government.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">unit of general local government</term>” means any general purpose political subdivision of a State that has the power to levy taxes and spend funds, as well as general corporate and police powers.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/49" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="49">(49) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Veteran; related definition.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/49/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Veteran.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">veteran</term>” means an individual who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released from such service under conditions other than dishonorable.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/49/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Recently separated veteran.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">recently separated veteran</term>” means any veteran who applies for participation under this title within 48 months after the discharge or release from active military, naval, or air service.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/50" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="50">(50) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Vocational education.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">vocational education</term>” has the meaning given the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">career and technical education</term>” in section 3 of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/51" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="51">(51) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Workforce investment activity.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">workforce investment activity</term>” means an employment and training activity, and a youth activity.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/52" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="52">(52) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Youth activity.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">youth activity</term>” means an activity described in section 129 that is carried out for eligible youth (or as described in section 129(c)(5)).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stA/s101/53" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="53">(53) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Youth council.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">youth council</term>” means a council established under section 117(h).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-dtd:subtitle" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">Subtitle B—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Statewide and Local Workforce Investment Systems </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/s106" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="106">SEC. 106. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2811">29 U.S.C. 2811</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PURPOSE. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">The purpose of this subtitle is to provide workforce investment activities, through statewide and local workforce investment systems, that increase the employment, retention, and earnings of participants, and increase occupational skill attainment by participants, and, as a result, improve the quality of the workforce, reduce welfare dependency, and enhance the productivity and competitiveness of the Nation.</content> </section> <chapter style="-uslm-dtd:chapter" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">CHAPTER 1—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STATE PROVISIONS </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="111">SEC. 111. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2821">29 U.S.C. 2821</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STATE WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARDS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of a State shall establish a State workforce investment board to assist in the development of the State plan described in section 112 and to carry out the other functions described in subsection (d).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The State Board shall include—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Governor;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 members of each chamber of the State legislature, appointed by the appropriate presiding officers of each such chamber; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives appointed by the Governor, who are—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of business in the State, who—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">are owners of businesses, chief executives or operating officers of businesses, and other business executives or employers with optimum policymaking or hiring authority, including members of local boards described in section 117(b)(2)(A)(i);</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">represent businesses with employment opportunities that reflect the employment opportunities of the State; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">are appointed from among individuals nominated by State business organizations and business trade associations;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">chief elected officials (representing both cities and counties, where appropriate);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of labor organizations, who have been nominated by State labor federations;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of individuals and organizations that have experience with respect to youth activities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of individuals and organizations that have experience and expertise in the delivery of workforce investment activities, including chief executive officers of community colleges and community-based organizations within the State;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi)</num><subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C/vi/I" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the lead State agency officials with responsibility for the programs and activities that are described in section 121(b) and carried out by one-stop partners; and</content></subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C/vi/II" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in any case in which no lead State agency official has responsibility for such a program, service, or activity, a representative in the State with expertise relating to such program, service, or activity; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/1/C/vii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such other representatives and State agency officials as the Governor may designate, such as the State agency officials responsible for economic development and juvenile justice programs in the State.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authority and regional representation of board members.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Members of the board that represent organizations, agencies, or other entities shall be individuals with optimum policymaking authority within the organizations, agencies, or entities. The members of the board shall represent diverse regions of the State, including urban, rural, and suburban areas.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Majority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A majority of the members of the State Board shall be representatives described in paragraph (1)(C)(i).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Chairperson.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor shall select a chairperson for the State Board from among the representatives described in subsection (b)(1)(C)(i).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Functions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The State Board shall assist the Governor in—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">development of the State plan;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">development and continuous improvement of a statewide system of activities that are funded under this subtitle or carried out through a one-stop delivery system described in section 134(c) that receives funds under this subtitle (referred to in this title as a “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">statewide workforce investment system</quotedText>”), including—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/d/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">development of linkages in order to assure coordination and nonduplication among the programs and activities described in section 121(b); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/d/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">review of local plans;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">commenting at least once annually on the measures taken pursuant to section 113(b)(3) of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 (20 U.S.C 2323(b)(14));</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/d/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">designation of local areas as required in section 116;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/d/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">development of allocation formulas for the distribution of funds for adult employment and training activities and youth activities to local areas as permitted under sections 128(b)(3)(B) and 133(b)(3)(B);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/d/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">development and continuous improvement of comprehensive State performance measures, including State adjusted levels of performance, to assess the effectiveness of the workforce investment activities in the State as required under section 136(b);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/d/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">preparation of the annual report to the Secretary described in section 136(d);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/d/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">development of the statewide employment statistics system described in section 15(e) of the Wagner-Peyser Act; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/d/9" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">development of an application for an incentive grant under section 503.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Alternative Entity.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of complying with subsections (a), (b), and (c), a State may use any State entity (including a State council, State workforce development board, combination of regional workforce development boards, or similar entity) that—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/e/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">was in existence on December 31, 1997;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/e/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/e/1/B/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">was established pursuant to section 122 or title VII of the Job Training Partnership Act, as in effect on December 31, 1997; or</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/e/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is substantially similar to the State board described in subsections (a), (b), and (c); and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/e/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">includes representatives of business in the State and representatives of labor organizations in the State.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">References.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">References in this Act to a State board shall be considered to include such an entity.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conflict of Interest.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A member of a State board may not—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">vote on a matter under consideration by the State board—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/f/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">regarding the provision of services by such member (or by an entity that such member represents); or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/f/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that would provide direct financial benefit to such member or the immediate family of such member; or</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">engage in any other activity determined by the Governor to constitute a conflict of interest as specified in the State plan.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s111/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Sunshine Provision.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The State board shall make available to the public, on a regular basis through open meetings, information regarding the activities of the State board, including information regarding the State plan prior to submission of the plan, information regarding membership, and, on request, minutes of formal meetings of the State board.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="112">SEC. 112. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2822">29 U.S.C. 2822</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STATE PLAN. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For a State to be eligible to receive an allotment under section 127 or 132, or to receive financial assistance under the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49 et seq.), the Governor of the State shall submit to the Secretary for consideration by the Secretary, a single State plan (referred to in this title as the “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">State plan</quotedText>”) that outlines a 5-year strategy for the statewide workforce investment system of the State and that meets the requirements of section 111 and this section.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The State plan shall include—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the State board, including a description of the manner in which such board collaborated in the development of the State plan and a description of how the board will continue to collaborate in carrying out the functions described in section 111(d);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of State-imposed requirements for the statewide workforce investment system;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the State performance accountability system developed for the workforce investment activities to be carried out through the statewide workforce investment system, that includes information identifying State performance measures as described in section 136(b)(3)(A)(ii);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">information describing—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the needs of the State with regard to current and projected employment opportunities, by occupation;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the job skills necessary to obtain such employment opportunities;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/4/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the skills and economic development needs of the State; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/4/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the type and availability of workforce investment activities in the State;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an identification of local areas designated in the State, including a description of the process used for the designation of such areas;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an identification of criteria to be used by chief elected officials for the appointment of members of local boards based on the requirements of section 117;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the detailed plans required under section 8 of the <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49g);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8)</num><subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8/A" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the procedures that will be taken by the State to assure coordination of and avoid duplication among—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8/A/i" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">workforce investment activities authorized under this title;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8/A/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">other activities authorized under this title;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8/A/iii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs authorized under the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49 et seq.), title II of this Act, title I of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 720 et seq.), part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.), and section 6(d)(4) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2015(d)(4)), activities authorized under title V of the Older Americans Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. 3056 et seq.), and career and technical education activities at the postsecondary level authorized under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8/A/iv" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">work programs authorized under section 6(o) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2015(o));</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8/A/v" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">activities authorized under chapter 2 of title II of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2271 et seq.);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8/A/vi" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">activities authorized under chapter 41 of title 38, United States Code;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8/A/vii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">employment and training activities carried out under the Community Services Block Grant Act (42 U.S.C. 9901 et seq.);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8/A/viii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="viii">(viii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">activities authorized under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8/A/ix" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ix">(ix) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">employment and training activities carried out by the Department of Housing and Urban Development; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8/A/x" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="x">(x) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs authorized under State unemployment compensation laws (in accordance with applicable Federal law); and</content> </clause></subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/8/B" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the common data collection and reporting processes used for the programs and activities described in subparagraph (A);</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/9" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the process used by the State, consistent with section 111(g), to provide an opportunity for public comment, including comment by representatives of businesses and representatives of labor organizations, and input into development of the plan, prior to submission of the plan;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/10" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="10">(10) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information identifying how the State will use funds the State receives under this subtitle to leverage other Federal, State, local, and private resources, in order to maximize the effectiveness of such resources, and to expand the participation of business, employees, and individuals in the statewide workforce investment system;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/11" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="11">(11) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assurances that the State will provide, in accordance with section 184 for fiscal control and fund accounting procedures that may be necessary to ensure the proper disbursement of, and accounting for, funds paid to the State through the allotments made under sections 127 and 132;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/12" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="12">(12)</num><subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/12/A" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the methods and factors the State will use in distributing funds to local areas for youth activities and adult employment and training activities under sections 128(b)(3)(B) and 133(b)(3)(B), including—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/12/A/i" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of how the individuals and entities represented on the State board were involved in determining such methods and factors of distribution; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/12/A/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of how the State consulted with chief elected officials in local areas throughout the State in determining such distribution;</content> </clause></subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/12/B" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assurances that the funds will be distributed equitably throughout the State, and that no local areas will suffer significant shifts in funding from year to year; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/12/C" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the formula prescribed by the Governor pursuant to section 133(b)(2)(B) for the allocation of funds to local areas for dislocated worker employment and training activities;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/13" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="13">(13) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information specifying the actions that constitute a conflict of interest prohibited in the State for purposes of sections 111(f) and 117(g);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/14" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="14">(14) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">with respect to the one-stop delivery systems described in section 134(c) (referred to individually in this title as a “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">one-stop delivery system</quotedText>”), a description of the strategy of the State for assisting local areas in development and implementation of fully operational one-stop delivery systems in the State;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/15" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="15">(15) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the appeals process referred to in section 116(a)(5);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/16" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="16">(16) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the competitive process to be used by the State to award grants and contracts in the State for activities carried out under this title;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/17" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="17">(17) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">with respect to the employment and training activities authorized in section 134—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/17/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/17/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the employment and training activities that will be carried out with the funds received by the State through the allotment made under section 132;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/17/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">how the State will provide rapid response activities to dislocated workers from funds reserved under section 133(a)(2) for such purposes, including the designation of an identifiable State rapid response dislocated worker unit to carry out statewide rapid response activities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/17/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the procedures the local boards in the State will use to identify eligible providers of training services described in section 134(d)(4) (other than on-the-job training or customized training), as required under section 122; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/17/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">how the State will serve the employment and training needs of dislocated workers (including displaced homemakers), low-income individuals (including recipients of public assistance), individuals training for nontraditional employment, and other individuals with multiple barriers to employment (including older individuals and individuals with disabilities); and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/17/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an assurance that veterans will be afforded the employment and training activities by the State, to the extent practicable; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/18" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="18">(18) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">with respect to youth activities authorized in section 129, information—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/18/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">describing the State strategy for providing comprehensive services to eligible youth, particularly those eligible youth who are recognized as having significant barriers to employment;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/18/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">identifying the criteria to be used by local boards in awarding grants for youth activities, including criteria that the Governor and local boards will use to identify effective and ineffective youth activities and providers of such activities;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/18/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">describing how the State will coordinate the youth activities carried out in the State under section 129 with the services provided by Job Corps centers in the State (where such centers exist); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/b/18/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">describing how the State will coordinate youth activities described in subparagraph (C) with activities carried out through the youth opportunity grants under section 169.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Plan Submission and Approval.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State plan submitted to the Secretary under this section by a Governor shall be considered to be approved by the Secretary at the end of the 90-day period beginning on the day the Secretary receives the plan, unless the Secretary makes a written determination, during the 90-day period, that—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the plan is inconsistent with the provisions of this title; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the case of the portion of the plan described in section 8(a) of the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49g(a)), the portion does not satisfy the criteria for approval provided in section 8(d) of such Act.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch1/s112/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Modifications to Plan.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State may submit modifications to a State plan in accordance with the requirements of this section and section 111 as necessary during the 5-year period covered by the plan.</content> </subsection> </section> </chapter> <chapter style="-uslm-dtd:chapter" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">CHAPTER 2—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">LOCAL PROVISIONS </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="116">SEC. 116. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2831">29 U.S.C. 2831</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">LOCAL WORKFORCE INVESTMENT AREAS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Designation of Areas.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Process.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subsection (b), and consistent with paragraphs (2), (3), and (4), in order for a State to receive an allotment under section 127 or 132, the Governor of the State shall designate local workforce investment areas within the State—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/1/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">through consultation with the State board; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">after consultation with chief elected officials and after consideration of comments received through the public comment process as described in section 112(b)(9).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Considerations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In making the designation of local areas, the Governor shall take into consideration the following:</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Geographic areas served by local educational agencies and intermediate educational agencies.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Geographic areas served by postsecondary <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />educational institutions and area vocational education schools.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/1/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The extent to which such local areas are consistent with labor market areas.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/1/B/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The distance that individuals will need to travel to receive services provided in such local areas.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/1/B/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The resources of such local areas that are available to effectively administer the activities carried out under this subtitle.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Automatic designation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor shall approve any request for designation as a local area—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">from any unit of general local government with a population of 500,000 or more;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">of the area served by a rural concentrated employment program grant recipient of demonstrated effectiveness that served as a service delivery area or substate area under the Job Training Partnership Act, if the grant recipient has submitted the request; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">of an area that served as a service delivery area under section 101(a)(4)(A)(ii) of the Job Training Partnership Act (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) in a State that has a population of not more than 1,100,000 and a population density greater than 900 persons per square mile.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Temporary and subsequent designation.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Criteria.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding paragraph (2)(A), the Governor shall approve any request, made not later than the date of submission of the initial State plan under this subtitle, for temporary designation as a local area from any unit of general local government (including a combination of such units) with a population of 200,000 or more that was a service delivery area under the Job Training Partnership Act on the day before the date of enactment of this Act if the Governor determines that the area—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">performed successfully, in each of the last 2 years prior to the request for which data are available, in the delivery of services to participants under part A of title II and title III of the Job Training Partnership Act (as in effect on such day); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has sustained the fiscal integrity of the funds used by the area to carry out activities under such part and title.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Duration and subsequent designation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A temporary designation under this paragraph shall be for a period of not more than 2 years, after which the designation shall be extended until the end of the period covered by the State plan if the Governor determines that, during the temporary designation period, the area substantially met (as defined by the State board) the local performance measures for the local area and sustained the fiscal integrity of the funds used by the area to carry out activities under this subtitle.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Technical assistance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall provide the States with technical assistance in making the determinations required by this paragraph. The Secretary shall not issue regulations governing determinations to be made under this paragraph.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Performed successfully.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this paragraph, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">performed successfully</term>” means that the area involved met or exceeded the performance standards for activities administered in the area that—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/D/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">are established by the Secretary for each year and modified by the adjustment methodology of the State (used to account for differences in economic conditions, participant characteristics, and combination of services provided from the combination assumed for purposes of the established standards of the Secretary); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/D/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii)</num><subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/D/ii/I" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the area was designated as both a service delivery area and a substate area under the Job Training Partnership Act (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act)—</chapeau> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/D/ii/I/aa" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">relate to job retention and earnings, with respect to activities carried out under part A of title II of such Act (as in effect on such day); and</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/D/ii/I/bb" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">relate to entry into employment, with respect to activities carried out under title III of such Act (as in effect on such day);</content> </item></subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/D/ii/II" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the area was designated only as a service delivery area under such Act (as in effect on such day), relate to the standards described in subclause (I)(aa); or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/D/ii/III" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the area was only designated as a substate area under such Act (as in effect on such day), relate to the standards described in subclause (I)(bb).</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/3/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Sustained the fiscal integrity.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this paragraph, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">sustained the fiscal integrity</term>”, used with respect to funds used by a service delivery area or local area, means that the Secretary has not made a final determination during any of the last 3 years for which data are available, prior to the date of the designation request involved, that either the grant recipient or the administrative entity of the area misexpended the funds due to willful disregard of the requirements of the Act involved, gross negligence, or failure to observe accepted standards of administration.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Designation on recommendation of state board.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor may approve a request from any unit of general local government (including a combination of such units) for designation (including temporary designation) as a local area if the State board determines, taking into account the factors described in clauses (i) through (v) of paragraph (1)(B), and recommends to the Governor, that such area should be so designated.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/a/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appeals.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A unit of general local government (including a combination of such units) or grant recipient that requests but is not granted designation of an area as a local area under paragraph (2) or (3) may submit an appeal to the State board under an appeal process established in the State plan. If the appeal does not result in such a designation, the Secretary, after receiving a request for review from the unit or grant recipient and on determining that the unit or grant recipient was not accorded procedural rights under the appeal process established in the State plan or that the area meets the requirements of paragraph (2) or (3), as appropriate, may require that the area be designated as a local area under such paragraph.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Small States.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of any State that was a single State service delivery area under the Job Training Partnership Act as of July 1, 1998, may designate the State as a single State local area for the purposes of this title. In the case of such a designation, the Governor shall identify the State as a local area under section 112(b)(5).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Regional Planning and Cooperation.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Planning.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">As part of the process for developing the State plan, a State may require regional planning by local boards for a designated region in the State. The State may require the local boards for a designated region to participate in a regional planning process that results in the establishment of regional performance measures for workforce investment activities authorized under this subtitle. The State may award regional incentive grants to the designated regions that meet or exceed the regional performance measures.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Information sharing.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The State may require the local boards for a designated region to share, in feasible cases, employment statistics, information about employment opportunities and trends, and other types of information that would assist in improving the performance of all local areas in the designated region on local performance measures.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Coordination of services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The State may require the local boards for a designated region to coordinate the provision of workforce investment activities authorized under this subtitle, including the provision of transportation and other supportive services, so that services provided through the activities may be provided across the boundaries of local areas within the designated region.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Interstate regions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Two or more States that contain an interstate region that is a labor market area, economic development region, or other appropriate contiguous subarea of the States may designate the area as a designated region for purposes of this subsection, and jointly exercise the State functions described in paragraphs (1) through (3).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/c/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this subsection:</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/c/5/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Designated region.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">designated region</term>” means a combination of local areas that are partly or completely in a single labor market area, economic development region, or other appropriate contiguous subarea of a State, that is designated by the State, except as provided in paragraph (4).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s116/c/5/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local board for a designated region.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">local board for a designated region</term>” means a local board for a local area in a designated region.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="117">SEC. 117. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2832">29 U.S.C. 2832</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">LOCAL WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARDS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There shall be established in each local area of a State, and certified by the Governor of the State, a local workforce investment board, to set policy for the portion of the statewide workforce investment system within the local area (referred to in this title as a “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">local workforce investment system</quotedText>”).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State criteria.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of the State, in partnership with the State board, shall establish criteria for use by chief elected officials in the local areas for appointment of members of the local boards in such local areas in accordance with the requirements of paragraph (2).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Composition.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such criteria shall require, at a minimum, that the membership of each local board—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall include—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of business in the local area, who—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/2/A/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">are owners of businesses, chief executives or operating officers of businesses, and other business executives or employers with optimum policymaking or hiring authority;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/2/A/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">represent businesses with employment opportunities that reflect the employment opportunities of the local area; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/2/A/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">are appointed from among individuals nominated by local business organizations and business trade associations;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of local educational entities, including representatives of local educational agencies, local school boards, entities providing adult education and literacy activities, and postsecondary educational institutions (including representatives of community colleges, where such entities exist), selected from among individuals nominated by regional or local educational agencies, institutions, or organizations representing such local educational entities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/2/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of labor organizations (for a local area in which employees are represented by labor organizations), nominated by local labor federations, or (for a local area in which no employees are represented by such organizations), other representatives of employees;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/2/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of community-based organizations (including organizations representing individuals with disabilities and veterans, for a local area in which such organizations are present);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/2/A/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of economic development <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />agencies, including private sector economic development entities; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/2/A/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of each of the one-stop <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />partners; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may include such other individuals or representatives of entities as the chief elected official in the local area may determine to be appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authority of board members.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Members of the board that represent organizations, agencies, or other entities shall be individuals with optimum policymaking authority within the organizations, agencies, or entities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Majority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A majority of the members of the local board shall be representatives described in paragraph (2)(A)(i).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/b/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Chairperson.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board shall elect a chairperson for the local board from among the representatives described in paragraph (2)(A)(i).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appointment and Certification of Board.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appointment of board members and assignment of responsibilities.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The chief elected official in a local area is authorized to appoint the members of the local board for such area, in accordance with the State criteria established under subsection (b).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Multiple units of local government in area.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In a case in which a local area includes more than 1 unit of general local government, the chief elected officials of such units may execute an agreement that specifies the respective roles of the individual chief elected officials—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/1/B/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the appointment of the members of the local board from the individuals nominated or recommended to be such members in accordance with the criteria established under subsection (b); and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/1/B/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in carrying out any other responsibilities assigned to such officials under this subtitle.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Lack of agreement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If, after a reasonable effort, the chief elected officials are unable to reach agreement as provided under clause (i), the Governor may appoint the members of the local board from individuals so nominated or recommended.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Concentrated employment programs.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In the case of a local area designated in accordance with section 116(a)(2)(B), the governing body of the concentrated employment program involved shall act in consultation with the chief elected official in the local area to appoint members of the local board, in accordance with the State criteria established under subsection (b), and to carry out any other responsibility relating to workforce investment activities assigned to such official under this Act.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Certification.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor shall, once every 2 years, certify 1 local board for each local area in the State.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Criteria.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such certification shall be based on criteria established under subsection (b) and, for a second or subsequent certification, the extent to which the local board has ensured that workforce investment activities carried out in the local area have enabled the local area to meet the local performance measures.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Failure to achieve certification.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Failure of a local board to achieve certification shall result in reappointment and certification of another local board for the local area pursuant to the process described in paragraph (1) and this paragraph.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Decertification.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Fraud, abuse, failure to carry out functions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding paragraph (2), the Governor may decertify a local board, at any time after providing notice and an opportunity for comment, for—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/3/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">fraud or abuse; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/3/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">failure to carry out the functions specified for the local board in any of paragraphs (1) through (7) of subsection (d).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Nonperformance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding paragraph (2), the Governor may decertify a local board if a local area fails to meet the local performance measures for such local area for 2 consecutive program years (in accordance with section 136(h)).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Plan.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Governor decertifies a local board for a local area under subparagraph (A) or (B), the Governor may require that a new local board be appointed and certified for the local area pursuant to a reorganization plan developed by the Governor, in consultation with the chief elected official in the local area, and in accordance with the criteria established under subsection (b).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Single state area.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding subsection (b) and paragraphs (1) and (2), if a State described in section 116(b) indicates in the State plan that the State will be treated as a local area for purposes of the application of this title, the Governor may designate the State board to carry out any of the functions described in subsection (d).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Functions of Local Board.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The functions of the local board shall include the following:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local plan.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Consistent with section 118, each local board, in partnership with the chief elected official for the local area involved, shall develop and submit a local plan to the Governor.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Selection of operators and providers.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Selection of one-stop operators.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Consistent with section 121(d), the local board, with the agreement of the chief elected official—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall designate or certify one-stop operators as described in section 121(d)(2)(A); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may terminate for cause the eligibility of such operators.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Selection of youth providers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Consistent with section 123, the local board shall identify eligible providers of youth activities in the local area by awarding grants or contracts on a competitive basis, based on the recommendations of the youth council.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Identification of eligible providers of training services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Consistent with section 122, the local board shall identify eligible providers of training services described in section 134(d)(4) in the local area.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Identification of eligible providers of intensive services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the one-stop operator does not provide intensive services in a local area, the local board shall identify eligible providers of intensive services described in section 134(d)(3) in the local area by awarding contracts.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Budget and administration.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Budget.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board shall develop a budget for the purpose of carrying out the duties of the local board under this section, subject to the approval of the chief elected official.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administration.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/3/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Grant recipient.—</heading> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/3/B/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The chief elected official in a local area shall serve as the local grant recipient for, and shall be liable for any misuse of, the grant funds allocated to the local area under sections 128 and 133, unless the chief elected official reaches an agreement with the Governor for the Governor to act as the local grant recipient and bear such liability.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/3/B/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Designation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to assist in the administration of the grant funds, the chief elected official or the Governor, where the Governor serves as the local grant recipient for a local area, may designate an entity to serve as a local grant subrecipient for such funds or as a local fiscal agent. Such designation shall not relieve the chief elected official or the Governor of the liability for any misuse of grant funds as described in subclause (I).</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/3/B/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Disbursal.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local grant recipient or an entity designated under subclause (II) shall disburse such funds for workforce investment activities at the direction of the local board, pursuant to the requirements of this title, if the direction does not violate a provision of this Act. The local grant recipient or entity designated under subclause (II) shall disburse the funds immediately on receiving such direction from the local board.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/3/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Staff.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board may employ staff.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/3/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Grants and donations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board may solicit and accept grants and donations from sources other than Federal funds made available under this Act.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Program oversight.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board, in partnership with the chief elected official, shall conduct oversight with respect to local programs of youth activities authorized under section 129, local employment and training activities authorized under section 134, and the one-stop delivery system in the local area.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Negotiation of local performance measures.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board, the chief elected official, and the Governor shall negotiate and reach agreement on local performance measures as described in section 136(c).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Employment statistics system.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board shall assist the Governor in developing the statewide employment statistics system described in section 15(e) of the Wagner-Peyser Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Employer linkages.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board shall coordinate the workforce investment activities authorized under this subtitle and carried out in the local area with economic development strategies and develop other employer linkages with such activities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/d/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Connecting, brokering, and coaching.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board shall promote the participation of private sector employers in the statewide workforce investment system and ensure the effective provision, through the system, of connecting, brokering, and coaching activities, through intermediaries such as the one-stop operator in the local area or through other organizations, to assist such employers in meeting hiring needs.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Sunshine Provision.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board shall make available to the public, on a regular basis through open meetings, information regarding the activities of the local board, including information regarding the local plan prior to submission of the plan, and regarding membership, the designation and certification of one-stop operators, and the award of grants or contracts to eligible providers of youth activities, and on request, minutes of formal meetings of the local board.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitations.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Training services.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subparagraph (B), no local board may provide training services described in section 134(d)(4).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Waivers of training prohibition.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of the State in which a local board is located may, pursuant to a request from the local board, grant a written waiver of the prohibition set forth in subparagraph (A) (relating to the provision of training services) for a program of training services, if the local board—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">submits to the Governor a proposed request for the waiver that includes—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/1/B/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">satisfactory evidence that there is an insufficient number of eligible providers of such a program of training services to meet local demand in the local area;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/1/B/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information demonstrating that the board meets the requirements for an eligible provider of training services under section 122; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/1/B/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information demonstrating that the program of training services prepares participants for an occupation that is in demand in the local area;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">makes the proposed request available to eligible providers of training services and other interested members of the public for a public comment period of not less than 30 days; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/1/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">includes, in the final request for the waiver, the evidence and information described in clause (i) and the comments received pursuant to clause (ii).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Duration.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A waiver granted to a local board under subparagraph (B) shall apply for a period of not to exceed 1 year. The waiver may be renewed for additional periods of not to exceed 1 year, pursuant to requests from the local board, if the board meets the requirements of subparagraph (B) in making the requests.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/1/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Revocation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor may revoke a waiver granted under this paragraph during the appropriate period described in subparagraph (C) if the Governor determines that the local board involved has engaged in a pattern of inappropriate referrals to training services operated by the local board.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Core services; intensive services; designation or certification as one-stop operators.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A local board may provide core services described in section 134(d)(2) or intensive services described in section 134(d)(3) through a one-stop delivery system described in section 134(c) or be designated or certified as a one-stop operator only with the agreement of the chief elected official and the Governor.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/f/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation on authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this Act shall be construed to provide a local board with the authority to mandate curricula for schools.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conflict of Interest.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A member of a local board may not—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/g/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">vote on a matter under consideration by the local board—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/g/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">regarding the provision of services by such member (or by an entity that such member represents); or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/g/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that would provide direct financial benefit to such member or the immediate family of such member; or</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/g/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">engage in any other activity determined by the Governor to constitute a conflict of interest as specified in the State plan.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="h">(h) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Youth Council.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There shall be established, as a subgroup within each local board, a youth council appointed by the local board, in cooperation with the chief elected official for the local area.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The membership of each youth council—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall include—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">members of the local board described in subparagraph (A) or (B) of subsection (b)(2) with special interest or expertise in youth policy;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of youth service agencies, including juvenile justice and local law enforcement agencies;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/2/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of local public housing authorities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/2/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">parents of eligible youth seeking assistance under this subtitle;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/2/A/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">individuals, including former participants, and representatives of organizations, that have experience relating to youth activities; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/2/A/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of the Job Corps, as appropriate; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may include such other individuals as the chairperson of the local board, in cooperation with the chief elected official, determines to be appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Relationship to local board.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Members of the youth council who are not members of the local board described in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (b)(2) shall be voting members of the youth council and nonvoting members of the board.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Duties.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The duties of the youth council include—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">developing the portions of the local plan relating to eligible youth, as determined by the chairperson of the local board;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">subject to the approval of the local board and consistent with section 123—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/4/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">recommending eligible providers of youth activities, to be awarded grants or contracts on a competitive basis by the local board to carry out the youth activities; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/4/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">conducting oversight with respect to the eligible providers of youth activities, in the local area;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/4/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">coordinating youth activities authorized under <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />section 129 in the local area; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/h/4/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">other duties determined to be appropriate by the chairperson of the local board.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Alternative Entity.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of complying with subsections (a), (b), and (c), and paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (h), a State may use any local entity (including a local council, regional workforce development board, or similar entity) that—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is established to serve the local area (or the service delivery area that most closely corresponds to the local area);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is in existence on December 31, 1997;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i/1/C/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is established pursuant to section 102 of the Job Training Partnership Act, as in effect on December 31, 1997; or</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i/1/C/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is substantially similar to the local board described in subsections (a), (b), and (c), and paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (h); and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i/1/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">includes—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i/1/D/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of business in the local area; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i/1/D/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii)</num><subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i/1/D/ii/I" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of labor organizations (for a local area in which employees are represented by labor organizations), nominated by local labor federations; or</content></subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i/1/D/ii/II" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">other representatives of employees in the local area (for a local area in which no employees are represented by such organizations).</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s117/i/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">References.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">References in this Act to a local board or a youth council shall be considered to include such an entity or a subgroup of such an entity, respectively.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="118">SEC. 118. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2833">29 U.S.C. 2833</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">LOCAL PLAN. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each local board shall develop and submit to the Governor a comprehensive 5-year local plan (referred to in this title as the “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">local plan</quotedText>”), in partnership with the appropriate chief elected official. The plan shall be consistent with the State plan.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local plan shall include—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">an identification of—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the workforce investment needs of businesses, jobseekers, and workers in the local area;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the current and projected employment opportunities in the local area; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the job skills necessary to obtain such employment opportunities;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the one-stop delivery system to be established or designated in the local area, including—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of how the local board will ensure the continuous improvement of eligible providers of services through the system and ensure that such providers meet the employment needs of local employers and participants; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a copy of each memorandum of understanding described in section 121(c) (between the local board and each of the one-stop partners) concerning the operation of the one-stop delivery system in the local area;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the local levels of performance negotiated with the Governor and chief elected official pursuant to section 136(c), to be used to measure the performance of the local area and to be used by the local board for measuring the performance of the local fiscal agent (where appropriate), eligible providers, and the one-stop delivery system, in the local area;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description and assessment of the type and availability of adult and dislocated worker employment and training activities in the local area;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of how the local board will coordinate workforce investment activities carried out in the local area with statewide rapid response activities, as appropriate;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description and assessment of the type and availability of youth activities in the local area, including an identification of successful providers of such activities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the process used by the local board, consistent with subsection (c), to provide an opportunity for public comment, including comment by representatives of businesses and comment by representatives of labor organizations, and input into the development of the local plan, prior to submission of the plan;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an identification of the entity responsible for the disbursal of grant funds described in section 117(d)(3)(B)(i)(III), as determined by the chief elected official or the Governor under section 117(d)(3)(B)(i);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/9" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the competitive process to be used to award the grants and contracts in the local area for activities carried out under this subtitle; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/b/10" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="10">(10) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such other information as the Governor may require.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Process.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Prior to the date on which the local board submits a local plan under this section, the local board shall—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">make available copies of a proposed local plan to the public through such means as public hearings and local news media;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">allow members of the local board and members of the public, including representatives of business and representatives of labor organizations, to submit comments on the proposed local plan to the local board, not later than the end of the 30-day period beginning on the date on which the proposed local plan is made available; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">include with the local plan submitted to the Governor under this section any such comments that represent disagreement with the plan.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Plan Submission and Approval.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A local plan submitted to the Governor under this section shall be considered to be approved by the Governor at the end of the 90-day period beginning on the day the Governor receives the plan, unless the Governor makes a written determination during the 90-day period that—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">deficiencies in activities carried out under this subtitle have been identified, through audits conducted under section 184 or otherwise, and the local area has not made acceptable progress in implementing corrective measures to address the deficiencies; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch2/s118/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the plan does not comply with this title.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </chapter> <chapter style="-uslm-dtd:chapter" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">CHAPTER 3—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES PROVIDERS </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="121">SEC. 121. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2841">29 U.S.C. 2841</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ESTABLISHMENT OF ONE-STOP DELIVERY SYSTEMS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Consistent with the State plan, the local board for a local area, with the agreement of the chief elected official for the local area, shall—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">develop and enter into the memorandum of understanding described in subsection (c) with one-stop partners;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">designate or certify one-stop operators under subsection (d); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">conduct oversight with respect to the one-stop delivery system in the local area.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">One-Stop Partners.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Required partners.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each entity that carries out a <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />program or activities described in subparagraph (B) shall—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">make available to participants, through a one-stop delivery system, the services described in section 134(d)(2) that are applicable to such program or activities; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">participate in the operation of such system consistent with the terms of the memorandum described in subsection (c), and with the requirements of the Federal law in which the program or activities are authorized.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Programs and activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The programs and activities referred to in subparagraph (A) consist of—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs authorized under this title;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs authorized under the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49 et seq.);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">adult education and literacy activities <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />authorized under title II;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs authorized under title I of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 720 et seq.) (other than part C of title I of such Act and subject to subsection (f));</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs authorized under section 403(a)(5) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 603(a)(5)) (as added by section 5001 of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">activities authorized under title V of the Older Americans Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. 3056 et seq.);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B/vii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">career and technical education activities at the postsecondary level authorized under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B/viii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="viii">(viii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">activities authorized under chapter 2 of title II of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2271 et seq.);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B/ix" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ix">(ix) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">activities authorized under chapter 41 of title 38, United States Code;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B/x" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="x">(x) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">employment and training activities carried out under the Community Services Block Grant Act (42 U.S.C. 9901 et seq.);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B/xi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xi">(xi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">employment and training activities carried out by the Department of Housing and Urban Development; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/1/B/xii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xii">(xii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs authorized under State unemployment compensation laws (in accordance with applicable Federal law).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional partners.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In addition to the entities described in paragraph (1), other entities that carry out a human resource program described in subparagraph (B) may—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">make available to participants, through the one-stop delivery system, the services described in section 134(d)(2) that are applicable to such program; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">participate in the operation of such system consistent with the terms of the memorandum described in subsection (c), and with the requirements of the Federal law in which the program is authorized;</content> </clause><continuation style="-uslm-dtd:continuation-text" role="subparagraph">if the local board and chief elected official involved approve such participation.</continuation> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Programs.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The programs referred to in subparagraph (A) may include—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs authorized under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs authorized under section 6(d)(4) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2015(d)(4));</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/2/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">work programs authorized under section 6(o) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2015(o));</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/2/B/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs authorized under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/b/2/B/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">other appropriate Federal, State, or local <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />programs, including programs in the private sector.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Memorandum of Understanding.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Development.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board, with the agreement of the chief elected official, shall develop and enter into a memorandum of understanding (between the local board and the one-stop partners), consistent with paragraph (2), concerning the operation of the one-stop delivery system in the local area.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each memorandum of understanding shall contain—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">provisions describing—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/c/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the services to be provided through the one-stop delivery system;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/c/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">how the costs of such services and the operating costs of the system will be funded;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/c/2/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">methods for referral of individuals between the one-stop operator and the one-stop partners, for the appropriate services and activities; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/c/2/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the duration of the memorandum and the procedures for amending the memorandum during the term of the memorandum; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such other provisions, consistent with the requirements of this title, as the parties to the agreement determine to be appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">One-Stop Operators.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Designation and certification.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Consistent with paragraphs (2) and (3), the local board, with the agreement of the chief elected official, is authorized to designate or certify one-stop operators and to terminate for cause the eligibility of such operators.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligibility.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be eligible to receive funds made available under this subtitle to operate a one-stop center referred to in section 134(c), an entity (which may be a consortium of entities)—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall be designated or certified as a one-stop <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />operator—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">through a competitive process; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in accordance with an agreement reached between the local board and a consortium of entities that, at a minimum, includes 3 or more of the one-stop partners described in subsection (b)(1); and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">may be a public or private entity, or consortium of entities, of demonstrated effectiveness, located in the local area, which may include—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a postsecondary educational institution;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an employment service agency established under the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49 et seq.), on behalf of the local office of the agency;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/2/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a private, nonprofit organization (including a community-based organization);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/2/B/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a private for-profit entity;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/2/B/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a government agency; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/2/B/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">another interested organization or entity, which may include a local chamber of commerce or other business organization.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Elementary schools and secondary schools shall not be eligible for designation or certification as one-stop operators, except that nontraditional public secondary schools and area vocational education schools shall be eligible for such designation or certification.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Established One-Stop Delivery System.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If a one-stop delivery system has been established in a local area prior to the date of enactment of this Act, the local board, the chief elected official, and the Governor involved may agree to certify an entity carrying out activities through the system as a one-stop operator for purposes of subsection (d), consistent with the requirements of subsection (b), of the memorandum of understanding, and of section 134(c).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application to Certain Vocational Rehabilitation <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />Programs.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this section shall be construed to apply to part C of title I of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 741).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Client assistance.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this Act shall be construed to require that any entity carrying out a client assistance program authorized under section 112 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 732)—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/f/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">violate the requirement of section 112(c)(1)(A) of that Act that the entity be independent of any agency which provides treatment, services, or rehabilitation to individuals under that Act; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s121/f/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">carry out any activity not authorized under section 112 of that Act (including appropriate Federal regulations).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="122">SEC. 122. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2842">29 U.S.C. 2842</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">IDENTIFICATION OF ELIGIBLE PROVIDERS OF TRAINING SERVICES. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligibility Requirements.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subsection (h), to be identified as an eligible provider of training services described in section 134(d)(4) (referred to in this section as “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">training services</quotedText>”) in a local area and to be eligible to receive funds made available under section 133(b) for the provision of training services, a provider of such services shall meet the requirements of this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Providers.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to the provisions of this section, to be eligible to receive the funds, the provider shall be—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/a/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a postsecondary educational institution that—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/a/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is eligible to receive Federal funds under title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1070 et seq.); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/a/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provides a program that leads to an associate degree, baccalaureate degree, or certificate;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/a/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an entity that carries out programs under the Act of August 16, 1937 (commonly known as the “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">National Apprenticeship Act</quotedText>”; 50 Stat. 664, chapter 663; 29 U.S.C. 50 et seq.); or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/a/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">another public or private provider of a program of training services.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Initial Eligibility Determination.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Postsecondary educational institutions and entities carrying out apprenticeship programs.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be initially eligible to receive funds as described in subsection (a) to carry out a program described in subparagraph (A) or (B) of subsection (a)(2), a provider described in subparagraph (A) or (B), respectively, of subsection (a)(2) shall submit an application, to the local board for the local area in which the provider desires to provide training services, at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the local board may require.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Other eligible providers.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Procedure.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each Governor of a State shall establish a procedure for use by local boards in the State in determining the initial eligibility of a provider described in subsection (a)(2)(C) to receive funds as described in subsection (a) for a program of training services, including the initial eligibility of—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/b/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a postsecondary educational institution to receive such funds for a program not described in subsection (a)(2)(A); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/b/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a provider described in subsection (a)(2)(B) to receive such funds for a program not described in subsection (a)(2)(B).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Recommendations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In developing such procedure, the Governor shall solicit and take into consideration the recommendations of local boards and providers of training services within the State.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/b/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Opportunity to submit comments.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor shall provide an opportunity, during the development of the procedure, for interested members of the public, including representatives of business and labor organizations, to submit comments on such procedure.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/b/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In establishing the procedure, the Governor shall require that, to be initially eligible to receive funds as described in subsection (a) for a program, a provider described in subsection (a)(2)(C)—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/b/2/D/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall submit an application, to the local board for the local area in which the provider desires to provide training services, at such time and in such manner as may be required, and containing a description of the program;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/b/2/D/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the provider provides training services through a program on the date of application, shall include in the application an appropriate portion of the performance information and program cost information described in subsection (d) for the program, as specified in the procedure, and shall meet appropriate levels of performance for the program, as specified in the procedure; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/b/2/D/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the provider does not provide training services on such date, shall meet appropriate requirements, as specified in the procedure.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Subsequent Eligibility Determination.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Procedure.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each Governor of a State shall establish a procedure for use by local boards in the State in determining the eligibility of a provider described in subsection (a)(2) to continue to receive funds as described in subsection (a) for a program after an initial period of eligibility under subsection (b) (referred to in this section as “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">subsequent eligibility</quotedText>”).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Recommendations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In developing such procedure, the Governor shall solicit and take into consideration the recommendations of local boards and providers of training services within the State.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Opportunity to submit comments.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor shall provide an opportunity, during the development of the procedure, for interested members of the public, including representatives of business and labor organizations, to submit comments on such procedure.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Considerations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In developing such procedure, the Governor shall ensure that the procedure requires the local boards to take into consideration, in making the determinations of subsequent eligibility—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the specific economic, geographic, and demographic factors in the local areas in which providers seeking eligibility are located; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the characteristics of the populations served by providers seeking eligibility, including the demonstrated difficulties in serving such populations, where applicable.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In establishing the procedure, the Governor shall require that, to be eligible to continue to receive funds as described in subsection (a) for a program after the initial period of eligibility, a provider described in subsection (a)(2) shall—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c/5/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">submit the performance information and program cost information described in subsection (d)(1) for the program and any additional information required to be submitted in accordance with subsection (d)(2) for the program annually to the appropriate local board at such time and in such manner as may be required; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c/5/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">annually meet the performance levels described in paragraph (6) for the program, as demonstrated utilizing quarterly records described in section 136, in a manner consistent with section 136.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Levels of performance.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c/6/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">At a minimum, the procedure described in paragraph (1) shall require the provider to meet minimum acceptable levels of performance based on the performance information referred to in paragraph (5)(A).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/c/6/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Higher levels of performance eligibility.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board may require higher levels of performance than the levels referred to in subparagraph (A) for subsequent eligibility to receive funds as described in subsection (a).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Performance and Cost Information.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Required information.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For a provider of training services to be determined to be subsequently eligible under subsection (c) to receive funds as described in subsection (a), such provider shall, under subsection (c), submit—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">verifiable program-specific performance information consisting of—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/1/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">program information, including—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/1/A/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the program completion rates for all individuals participating in the applicable program conducted by the provider;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/1/A/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the percentage of all individuals participating in the applicable program who obtain unsubsidized employment, which may also include information specifying the percentage of the individuals who obtain unsubsidized employment in an occupation related to the program conducted; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/1/A/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the wages at placement in employment of all individuals participating in the applicable program; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">training services information for all participants who received assistance under section 134 to participate in the applicable program, including—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/1/A/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the percentage of participants who have completed the applicable program and who are placed in unsubsidized employment;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/1/A/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the retention rates in unsubsidized employment of participants who have completed the applicable program, 6 months after the first day of the employment;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/1/A/ii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the wages received by participants who have completed the applicable program, 6 months after the first day of the employment involved; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/1/A/ii/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">where appropriate, the rates of licensure or certification, attainment of academic degrees or equivalents, or attainment of other measures of skills, of the graduates of the applicable program; and</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information on program costs (such as tuition and fees) for participants in the applicable program.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional information.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to paragraph (3), in addition to the performance information described in paragraph (1)—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Governor may require that a provider submit, under subsection (c), such other verifiable program-specific performance information as the Governor determines to be appropriate to obtain such subsequent eligibility, which may include information relating to—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">retention rates in employment and the subsequent wages of all individuals who complete the applicable program;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">where appropriate, the rates of licensure or certification of all individuals who complete the program; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/2/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the percentage of individuals who complete the program who attain industry-recognized occupational skills in the subject, occupation, or industry for which training is provided through the program, where applicable; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Governor, or the local board, may require a provider to submit, under subsection (c), other verifiable program-specific performance information to obtain such subsequent eligibility.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conditions.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Governor or a local board requests additional information under paragraph (2) that imposes extraordinary costs on providers, or if providers experience extraordinary costs in the collection of information required under paragraph (1)(A)(ii), the Governor or the local board shall provide access to cost-effective methods for the collection of the information involved, or the Governor shall provide additional resources to assist providers in the collection of such information from funds made available as described in sections 128(a) and 133(a)(1), as appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/d/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Higher education eligibility requirements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board and the designated State agency described in subsection (i) may accept program-specific performance information consistent with the requirements for eligibility under title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1070 et seq.) from a provider for purposes of enabling the provider to fulfill the applicable requirements of this subsection, if such information is substantially similar to the information otherwise required under this subsection.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local Identification.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board shall place on a list providers submitting an application under subsection (b)(1) and providers determined to be initially eligible under subsection (b)(2), and retain on the list providers determined to be subsequently eligible under subsection (c), to receive funds as described in subsection (a) for the provision of training services in the local area served by the local board. The list of providers shall be accompanied by any performance information and program cost information submitted under subsection (b) or (c) by the provider.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Submission to state agency.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">On placing or retaining a provider on the list, the local board shall submit, to the designated State agency described in subsection (i), the list and the performance information and program cost information referred to in paragraph (1). If the agency determines, within 30 days after the date of the submission, that the provider does not meet the performance levels described in subsection (c)(6) for the program (where applicable), the agency may remove the provider from the list for the program. The agency may not remove from the list an agency submitting an application under subsection (b)(1).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/e/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Identification of eligible providers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A provider who is placed or retained on the list under paragraph (1), and is not removed by the designated State agency under paragraph (2), for a program, shall be considered to be identified as an eligible provider of training services for the program.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/e/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/e/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State list.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The designated State agency shall compile a single list of the providers identified under paragraph (3) from all local areas in the State and disseminate such list, and the performance information and program cost information described in paragraph (1), to the one-stop delivery systems within the State. Such list and information shall be made widely available to participants in employment and training activities authorized under section 134 and others through the one-stop delivery system.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/e/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Selection from state list.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Individuals eligible to receive training services under section 134(d)(4) shall have the opportunity to select any of the eligible providers, from any of the local areas in the State, that are included on the list described in subparagraph (A) to provide the services, consistent with the requirements of section 134.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/e/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Acceptance of individual training accounts by other states.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">States may enter into agreements, on a reciprocal basis, to permit eligible providers of training services in a State to accept individual training accounts provided in another State.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Enforcement.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Accuracy of information.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the designated State agency, after consultation with the local board involved, determines that an eligible provider or individual supplying information on behalf of the provider intentionally supplies inaccurate information under this section, the agency shall terminate the eligibility of the provider to receive funds described in subsection (a) for any program for a period of time, but not less than 2 years.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Noncompliance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the designated State agency, or the local board working with the State agency, determines that an eligible provider described in subsection (a) substantially violates any requirement under this Act, the agency, or the local board working with the State agency, may terminate the eligibility of such provider to receive funds described in subsection (a) for the program involved or take such other action as the agency or local board determines to be appropriate.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/f/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repayment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A provider whose eligibility is terminated under paragraph (1) or (2) for a program shall be liable for repayment of all funds described in subsection (a) received for the program during any period of noncompliance described in such paragraph.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/f/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Construction.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">This subsection and subsection (g) shall be construed to provide remedies and penalties that supplement, but do not supplant, other civil and criminal remedies and penalties.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appeal.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor shall establish procedures for providers of training services to appeal a denial of eligibility by the local board or the designated State agency under subsection (b), (c), or (e), a termination of eligibility or other action by the board or agency under subsection (f), or a denial of eligibility by a one-stop operator under subsection (h). Such procedures shall provide an opportunity for a hearing and prescribe appropriate time limits to ensure prompt resolution of the appeal.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/h" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="h">(h) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">On-the-Job Training or Customized Training Exception.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/h/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Providers of on-the-job training or customized training shall not be subject to the requirements of subsections (a) through (e).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/h/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Collection and dissemination of information.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A one-stop operator in a local area shall collect such performance information from on-the-job training and customized training providers as the Governor may require, determine whether the providers meet such performance criteria as the Governor may require, and disseminate information identifying providers that meet the criteria as eligible providers, and the performance information, through the one-stop delivery system. Providers determined to meet the criteria shall be considered to be identified as eligible providers of training services.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s122/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administration.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor shall designate a State agency to make the determinations described in subsection (e)(2), take the enforcement actions described in subsection (f), and carry out other duties described in this section.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch3/s123" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="123">SEC. 123. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2843">29 U.S.C. 2843</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">IDENTIFICATION OF ELIGIBLE PROVIDERS OF YOUTH ACTIVITIES. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">From funds allocated under paragraph (2)(A) or (3) of section 128(b) to a local area, the local board for such area shall identify eligible providers of youth activities by awarding grants or contracts on a competitive basis, based on the recommendations of the youth council and on the criteria contained in the State plan, to the providers to carry out the activities, and shall conduct oversight with respect to the providers, in the local area.</content> </section> </chapter> <chapter style="-uslm-dtd:chapter" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">CHAPTER 4—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">YOUTH ACTIVITIES </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s126" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="126">SEC. 126. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2851">29 U.S.C. 2851</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">GENERAL AUTHORIZATION. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">The Secretary shall make an allotment under section 127(b)(1)(C) to each State that meets the requirements of section 112 and a grant to each outlying area that complies with the requirements of this title, to assist the State or outlying area, and to enable the State or outlying area to assist local areas, for the purpose of providing workforce investment activities for eligible youth in the State or outlying area and in the local areas.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="127">SEC. 127. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2852">29 U.S.C. 2852</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STATE ALLOTMENTS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for each fiscal year in which the amount appropriated under section 137(a) exceeds $1,000,000,000, reserve a portion determined under subsection (b)(1)(A) of the amount appropriated under section 137(a) for use under sections 167 (relating to migrant and seasonal farmworker programs) and 169 (relating to youth opportunity grants); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">use the remainder of the amount appropriated under section 137(a) for a fiscal year to make allotments and grants in accordance with subparagraphs (B) and (C) of subsection (b)(1) and make funds available for use under section 166 (relating to Native American programs).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allotment Among States.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Youth activities.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Youth opportunity grants.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For each fiscal year in which the amount appropriated under section 137(a) exceeds $1,000,000,000, the Secretary shall reserve a portion of the amount to provide youth opportunity grants and other activities under section 169 (relating to youth opportunity grants) and provide youth activities under section 167 (relating to migrant and seasonal farmworker programs).</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Portion.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The portion referred to in clause (i) shall equal, for a fiscal year—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/A/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">except as provided in subclause (II), the difference obtained by subtracting $1,000,000,000 from the amount appropriated under section 137(a) for the fiscal year; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/A/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for any fiscal year in which the amount is $1,250,000,000 or greater, $250,000,000.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Youth activities for farmworkers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">From the portion described in clause (i) for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall make available 4 percent of such portion to provide youth activities under section 167.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Role model academy project.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">From the portion described in clause (i) for fiscal year 1999, the Secretary shall make available such sums as the Secretary determines to be appropriate to carry out section 169(g).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Outlying areas.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">From the amount made available under subsection (a)(2) for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall reserve not more than ¼ of 1 percent of the amount appropriated under section 137(a) for the fiscal year—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide assistance to the outlying areas to carry out youth activities and statewide workforce investment activities; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for each of fiscal years 1999, 2000, and 2001, to carry out the competition described in clause (ii), except that the funds reserved to carry out such clause for any such fiscal year shall not exceed the amount reserved for the Freely Associated States for fiscal year 1997, from amounts reserved under sections 252(a) and 262(a)(1) of the Job Training Partnership Act (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act).</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation for freely associated states.—</heading> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Competitive grants.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall use funds described in clause (i)(II) to award grants to Guam, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and the Freely Associated States to carry out youth activities and statewide workforce investment activities.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Award basis.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall award grants pursuant to subclause (I) on a competitive basis and pursuant to the recommendations of experts in the field of employment and training, working through the Pacific Region Educational Laboratory in Honolulu, Hawaii.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/ii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Assistance requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any Freely Associated State that desires to receive assistance under this subparagraph shall submit an application to the Secretary and shall include in the application for assistance—</chapeau> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/ii/III/aa" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information demonstrating that the Freely Associated State will meet all conditions that apply to States under this title;</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/ii/III/bb" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an assurance that, notwithstanding any other provision of this title, the Freely Associated State will use such assistance only for the direct provision of services; and</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/ii/III/cc" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">(cc) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such other information and assurances as the Secretary may require.</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/ii/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Termination of eligibility.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Freely Associated States shall not receive any assistance under this subparagraph for any program year that begins after September 30, 2001.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/ii/V" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">(V) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administrative costs.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may provide not more than 5 percent of the funds made available for grants under subclause (I) to pay the administrative costs of the Pacific Region Educational Laboratory in Honolulu, Hawaii, regarding activities assisted under this clause.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The provisions of Public Law 95–134, permitting the consolidation of grants by the outlying areas, shall not apply to assistance provided to those areas, including the Freely Associated States, under this subparagraph.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">States.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">After determining the amounts to be reserved under subparagraph (A) (if any) and subparagraph (B), the Secretary shall—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">from the amount referred to in subsection (a)(2) for a fiscal year, make available not more than 1.5 percent to provide youth activities under section 166 (relating to Native Americans); and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">allot the remainder of the amount referred to in subsection (a)(2) for a fiscal year to the States pursuant to clause (ii) for youth activities and statewide workforce investment activities.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Formula.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to clauses (iii) and (iv), of the remainder—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent shall be allotted on the basis of the relative number of unemployed individuals in areas of substantial unemployment in each State, compared to the total number of unemployed individuals in areas of substantial unemployment in all States;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent shall be allotted on the basis of the relative excess number of unemployed individuals in each State, compared to the total excess number of unemployed individuals in all States; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/ii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent shall be allotted on the basis of the relative number of disadvantaged youth in each State, compared to the total number of disadvantaged youth in all States, except as described in clause (iii).</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Calculation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In determining an allotment under clause (ii)(III) for any State in which there is a local area designated under section 116(a)(2)(B) (relating to the area served by a rural concentrated employment program grant recipient), the allotment shall be based on the higher of—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/iii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of individuals who are age 16 through 21 in families with an income below the low-income level in such area; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/iii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of disadvantaged youth in such area.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum and maximum percentages and minimum allotments.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In making allotments under this subparagraph, the Secretary shall ensure the <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />following:</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/iv/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum percentage and allotment.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to subclause (IV), the Secretary shall ensure that no State shall receive an allotment for a fiscal year that is less than the greater of—</chapeau> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/iv/I/aa" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an amount based on 90 percent of the allotment percentage of the State for the preceding fiscal year; or</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/iv/I/bb" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">100 percent of the total of the allotments of the State under sections 252 and 262 of the Job Training Partnership Act (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) for fiscal year 1998.</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/iv/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Small state minimum allotment.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to subclauses (I), (III), and (IV), the Secretary shall ensure that no State shall receive an allotment under this subparagraph that is less than the total of—</chapeau> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/iv/II/aa" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text"> 3⁄10 of 1 percent of $1,000,000,000 of the remainder described in clause (i)(II) for the fiscal year; and</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/iv/II/bb" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the remainder described in clause (i)(II) for the fiscal year exceeds $1,000,000,000, ⅖ of 1 percent of the excess.</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/iv/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Maximum percentage.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to subclause (I), the Secretary shall ensure that no State shall receive an allotment percentage for a fiscal year that is more than 130 percent of the allotment percentage of the State for the preceding fiscal year.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/1/C/iv/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum funding.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In any fiscal year in which the remainder described in clause (i)(II) does not exceed $1,000,000,000, the minimum allotments under subclauses (I) and (II) shall be calculated by the methodology for calculating the corresponding allotments under parts B and C of title II of the Job Training Partnership Act, as in effect on July 1, 1998.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the purpose of the formula specified in paragraph (1)(C):</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allotment percentage.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">allotment percentage</term>”, used with respect to fiscal year 2000 or a subsequent fiscal year, means a percentage of the remainder described in paragraph (1)(C)(i)(II) that is received through an allotment made under paragraph (1)(C) for the fiscal year. The term, used with respect to fiscal year 1998 or 1999, means the percentage of the amounts allotted to States under sections 252(b) and 262(a) of the Job Training Partnership Act (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) that is received under such sections by the State involved for fiscal year 1998 or 1999.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Area of substantial unemployment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">area of substantial unemployment</term>” means any area that is of sufficient size and scope to sustain a program of workforce investment activities carried out under this subtitle and that has an average rate of unemployment of at least 6.5 percent for the most recent 12 months, as determined by the Secretary. For purposes of this subparagraph, determinations of areas of substantial unemployment shall be made once each fiscal year.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Disadvantaged youth.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to paragraph (3), the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">disadvantaged youth</term>” means an individual who is age 16 through 21 who received an income, or is a member of a family that received a total family income, that, in relation to family size, does not exceed the higher of—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/2/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the poverty line; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/2/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">70 percent of the lower living standard income level.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Excess number.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">excess number</term>” means, used with respect to the excess number of unemployed individuals within a State, the higher of—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/2/D/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number that represents the number of unemployed individuals in excess of 4.5 percent of the civilian labor force in the State; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/2/D/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number that represents the number of unemployed individuals in excess of 4.5 percent of the civilian labor force in areas of substantial unemployment in such State.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/2/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Low-income level.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">low-income level</term>” means $7,000 with respect to income in 1969, and for any later year means that amount that bears the same relationship to $7,000 as the Consumer Price Index for that year bears to the Consumer Price Index for 1969, rounded to the nearest $1,000.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Special rule.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the purpose of the formula specified in paragraph (1)(C), the Secretary shall, as appropriate and to the extent practicable, exclude college students and members of the Armed Forces from the determination of the number of disadvantaged youth.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this subsection, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Freely Associated State</term>” means the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reallotment.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall, in accordance with this subsection, reallot to eligible States amounts that are allotted under this section for youth activities and statewide workforce investment activities and that are available for reallotment.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Amount.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The amount available for reallotment for a program year is equal to the amount by which the unobligated balance of the State allotment under this section for such activities, at the end of the program year prior to the program year for which the determination under this paragraph is made, exceeds 20 percent of such allotment for the prior program year.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reallotment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In making reallotments to eligible States of amounts available pursuant to paragraph (2) for a program year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible State an amount based on the relative amount allotted to such State under this section for such activities for the prior program year, as compared to the total amount allotted to all eligible States under this section for such activities for such prior program year.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligibility.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this subsection, an eligible State means a State that has obligated at least 80 percent of the State allotment under this section for such activities for the program year prior to the program year for which the determination under paragraph (2) is made.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s127/c/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Procedures.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of each State shall prescribe uniform procedures for the obligation of funds by local areas within the State in order to avoid the requirement that funds be made available for reallotment under this subsection. The Governor shall further prescribe equitable procedures for making funds available from the State and local areas in the event that a State is required to make funds available for reallotment under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="128">SEC. 128. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2853">29 U.S.C. 2853</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">WITHIN STATE ALLOCATIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reservations for State Activities.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of a State shall reserve not more than 15 percent of each of the amounts allotted to the State under section 127(b)(1)(C) and paragraphs (1)(B) and (2)(B) of section 132(b) for a fiscal year for statewide workforce investment activities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Use of funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Regardless of whether the reserved amounts were allotted under section 127(b)(1)(C), or under paragraph (1)(B) or (2)(B) of section 132(b), the Governor may use the reserved amounts to carry out statewide youth activities described in section 129(b) or statewide employment and training activities, for adults or for dislocated workers, described in paragraph (2)(B) or (3) of section 134(a).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Within State Allocation.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Methods.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor, acting in accordance with the State plan, and after consulting with chief elected officials in the local areas, shall allocate the funds that are allotted to the State for youth activities and statewide workforce investment activities under section 127(b)(1)(C) and are not reserved under subsection (a), in accordance with paragraph (2) or (3).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Formula allocation.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Youth activities.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allocation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In allocating the funds described in paragraph (1) to local areas, a State may allocate—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/2/A/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent of the funds on the basis described in section 127(b)(1)(C)(ii)(I);</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/2/A/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent of the funds on the basis described in section 127(b)(1)(C)(ii)(II); and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/2/A/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent of the funds on the basis described in clauses (ii)(III) and (iii) of section 127(b)(1)(C).</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum percentage.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Effective at the end of the second full fiscal year after the date on which a local area is designated under section 116, the local area shall not receive an allocation percentage for a fiscal year that is less than 90 percent of the average allocation percentage of the local area for the 2 preceding fiscal years. Amounts necessary for increasing such allocations to local areas to comply with the preceding sentence shall be obtained by ratably reducing the allocations to be made to other local areas under this subparagraph.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/2/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">allocation percentage</term>”, used with respect to fiscal year 2000 or a subsequent fiscal year, means a percentage of the funds referred to in clause (i), received through an allocation made under this subparagraph, for the fiscal year.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of carrying out subparagraph (A)—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">references in section 127(b) to a State shall be deemed to be references to a local area;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">references in section 127(b) to all States shall be deemed to be references to all local areas in the State involved; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/2/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">except as described in clause (i), references in section 127(b)(1) to the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">excess number</term>” shall be considered to be references to the term as defined in section 127(b)(2).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Youth discretionary allocation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In lieu of making the allocation described in paragraph (2)(A), in allocating the funds described in paragraph (1) to local areas, a State may distribute—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a portion equal to not less than 70 percent of the funds in accordance with paragraph (2)(A); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the remaining portion of the funds on the basis of a formula that—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/3/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">incorporates additional factors (other than the factors described in paragraph (2)(A)) relating to—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/3/B/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">excess youth poverty in urban, rural, and suburban local areas; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/3/B/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">excess unemployment above the State average in urban, rural, and suburban local areas; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/3/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">was developed by the State board and approved by the Secretary as part of the State plan.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the amount allocated to a local area under this subsection and section 133(b) for a fiscal year, not more than 10 percent of the amount may be used by the local board for the administrative cost of carrying out local workforce investment activities described in subsection (d) or (e) of section 134 or in section 129(c).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Use of funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds made available for administrative costs under subparagraph (A) may be used for the administrative cost of any of the local workforce investment activities described in subsection (d) or (e) of section 134 or in section 129(c), regardless of whether the funds were allocated under this subsection or section 133(b).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/b/4/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Regulations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary, after consulting with the Governors, shall develop and issue regulations that define the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">administrative cost</term>” for purposes of this title. Such definition shall be consistent with generally accepted accounting principles.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reallocation Among Local Areas.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor may, in accordance with this subsection, reallocate to eligible local areas within the State amounts that are allocated under paragraph (2)(A) or (3) of subsection (b) for youth activities and that are available for reallocation.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Amount.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The amount available for reallocation for a program year is equal to the amount by which the unobligated balance of the local area allocation under paragraph (2)(A) or (3) of subsection (b) for such activities, at the end of the program year prior to the program year for which the determination under this paragraph is made exceeds 20 percent of such allocation for the prior program year.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reallocation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In making reallocations to eligible local areas of amounts available pursuant to paragraph (2) for a program year, the Governor shall allocate to each eligible local area within the State an amount based on the relative amount allocated to such local area under subsection (b)(3) for such activities for the prior program year, as compared to the total amount allocated to all eligible local areas in the State under subsection (b)(3) for such activities for such prior program year. For purposes of this paragraph, local areas that received allocations under subsection (b)(2)(A) for the prior program year shall be treated as if the local areas received allocations under subsection (b)(3) for such year.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s128/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligibility.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this subsection, an eligible local area means a local area that has obligated at least 80 percent of the local area allocation under paragraph (2)(A) or (3) of subsection (b) for such activities, for the program year prior to the program year for which the determination under paragraph (2) is made.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="129">SEC. 129. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2854">29 U.S.C. 2854</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">USE OF FUNDS FOR YOUTH ACTIVITIES. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Purposes.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The purposes of this section are—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide, to eligible youth seeking assistance in achieving academic and employment success, effective and comprehensive activities, which shall include a variety of options for improving educational and skill competencies and provide effective connections to employers;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to ensure on-going mentoring opportunities for eligible youth with adults committed to providing such opportunities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide opportunities for training to eligible youth;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide continued supportive services for eligible youth;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/a/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide incentives for recognition and achievement to eligible youth; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/a/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide opportunities for eligible youth in activities related to leadership, development, decisionmaking, citizenship, and community service.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Statewide Youth Activities.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds reserved by a Governor for a State as described in sections 128(a) and 133(a)(1)—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall be used to carry out the statewide youth activities described in paragraph (2); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may be used to carry out any of the statewide youth activities described in paragraph (3),</content> </subparagraph><continuation style="-uslm-dtd:continuation-text" role="paragraph">regardless of whether the funds were allotted to the State under section 127(b)(1) or under paragraph (1) or (2) of section 132(b).</continuation> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Required statewide youth activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State shall use funds reserved as described in sections 128(a) and 133(a)(1) (regardless of whether the funds were allotted to the State under section 127(b)(1) or paragraph (1) or (2) of section 132(b)) to carry out statewide youth activities, which shall include—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">disseminating a list of eligible providers of youth activities described in section 123;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">carrying out activities described in clauses (ii) through (vi) of section 134(a)(2)(B), except that references in such clauses to activities authorized under section 134 shall be considered to be references to activities authorized under this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/b/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">providing additional assistance to local areas that have high concentrations of eligible youth to carry out the activities described in subsection (c).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allowable statewide youth activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State may use funds reserved as described in sections 128(a) and 133(a)(1) (regardless of whether the funds were allotted to the State under section 127(b)(1) or paragraph (1) or (2) of section 132(b)) to carry out additional statewide youth activities, which may include—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/b/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">carrying out activities described in clauses (i), (ii), (iii), (iv)(II), and (vi)(II) of section 134(a)(3)(A), except that references in such clauses to activities authorized under section 134 shall be considered to be references to activities authorized under this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/b/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">carrying out, on a statewide basis, activities described in subsection (c).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No funds described in this subsection or section 134(a) shall be used to develop or implement education curricula for school systems in the State.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local Elements and Requirements.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Program design.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds allocated to a local area for eligible youth under paragraph (2)(A) or (3), as appropriate, of section 128(b) shall be used to carry out, for eligible youth, programs that—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provide an objective assessment of the academic levels, skill levels, and service needs of each participant, which assessment shall include a review of basic skills, occupational skills, prior work experience, employability, interests, aptitudes (including interests and aptitudes for nontraditional jobs), supportive service needs, and developmental needs of such participant, except that a new assessment of a participant is not required if the provider carrying out such a program determines it is appropriate to use a recent assessment of the participant conducted pursuant to another education or training program;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">develop service strategies for each participant that shall identify an employment goal (including, in appropriate circumstances, nontraditional employment), appropriate achievement objectives, and appropriate services for the participant taking into account the assessment conducted pursuant to subparagraph (A), except that a new service strategy for a participant is not required if the provider carrying out such a program determines it is appropriate to use a recent service strategy developed for the participant under another education or training program; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">provide—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/1/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">preparation for postsecondary educational opportunities, in appropriate cases;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/1/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">strong linkages between academic and occupational learning;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/1/C/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">preparation for unsubsidized employment opportunities, in appropriate cases; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/1/C/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">effective connections to intermediaries with strong links to—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/1/C/iv/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the job market; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/1/C/iv/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">local and regional employers.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Program elements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The programs described in paragraph (1) shall provide elements consisting of—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">tutoring, study skills training, and instruction, leading to completion of secondary school, including dropout prevention strategies;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">alternative secondary school services, as appropriate;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">summer employment opportunities that are directly linked to academic and occupational learning;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">as appropriate, paid and unpaid work experiences, including internships and job shadowing;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/2/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">occupational skill training, as appropriate;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/2/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">leadership development opportunities, which may include community service and peer-centered activities encouraging responsibility and other positive social behaviors during non-school hours, as appropriate;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/2/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">supportive services;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/2/H" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">adult mentoring for the period of participation and a subsequent period, for a total of not less than 12 months;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/2/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">followup services for not less than 12 months after the completion of participation, as appropriate; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/2/J" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="J">(J) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">comprehensive guidance and counseling, which may include drug and alcohol abuse counseling and referral, as appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional requirements.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Information and referrals.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each local board shall ensure that each participant or applicant who meets the minimum income criteria to be considered an eligible youth shall be provided—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/3/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information on the full array of applicable or appropriate services that are available through the local board or other eligible providers or one-stop partners, including those receiving funds under this subtitle; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/3/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">referral to appropriate training and educational programs that have the capacity to serve the participant or applicant either on a sequential or concurrent basis.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicants not meeting enrollment requirements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each eligible provider of a program of youth activities shall ensure that an eligible applicant who does not meet the enrollment requirements of the particular program or who cannot be served shall be referred for further assessment, as necessary, and referred to appropriate programs in accordance with subparagraph (A) to meet the basic skills and training needs of the applicant.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Involvement in design and implementation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board shall ensure that parents, participants, and other members of the community with experience relating to programs for youth are involved in the design and implementation of the programs described in paragraph (1).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Priority.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">At a minimum, 30 percent of the funds described in paragraph (1) shall be used to provide youth activities to out-of-school youth.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State that receives a minimum allotment under section 127(b)(1) in accordance with section 127(b)(1)(C)(iv)(II) or under section 132(b)(1) in accordance with section 132(b)(1)(B)(iv)(II) may reduce the percentage described in subparagraph (A) for a local area in the State, if—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/4/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">after an analysis of the eligible youth population in the local area, the State determines that the local area will be unable to meet the percentage described in subparagraph (A) due to a low number of out-of-school youth; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/4/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii)</num><subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/4/B/ii/I" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the State submits to the Secretary, for the local area, a request including a proposed reduced percentage for purposes of subparagraph (A), and the summary of the eligible youth population analysis; and</content></subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/4/B/ii/II" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the request is approved by the Secretary.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exceptions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not more than 5 percent of participants assisted under this section in each local area may be individuals who do not meet the minimum income criteria to be considered eligible youth, if such individuals are within one or more of the following categories:</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/5/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Individuals who are school dropouts.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/5/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Individuals who are basic skills deficient.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/5/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Individuals with educational attainment that is one or more grade levels below the grade level appropriate to the age of the individuals.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/5/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Individuals who are pregnant or parenting.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/5/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Individuals with disabilities, including learning disabilities.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/5/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Individuals who are homeless or runaway youth.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/5/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Individuals who are offenders.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/5/H" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Other eligible youth who face serious barriers to employment as identified by the local board.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibitions.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/6/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition against federal control of education.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No provision of this Act shall be construed to authorize any department, agency, officer, or employee of the United States to exercise any direction, supervision, or control over the curriculum, program of instruction, administration, or personnel of any educational institution, school, or school system, or over the selection of library resources, textbooks, or other printed or published instructional materials by any educational institution, school, or school system.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/6/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Nonduplication.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">All of the funds made available under this Act shall be used in accordance with the requirements of this Act. None of the funds made available under this Act may be used to provide funding under the School-to-Work Opportunities Act of 1994 (20 U.S.C. 6101 et seq.) or to carry out, through programs funded under this Act, activities that were funded under the School-to-Work Opportunities Act of 1994, unless the programs funded under this Act serve only those participants eligible to participate in the programs under this Act.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/6/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Noninterference and nonreplacement of regular academic requirements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No funds described in paragraph (1) shall be used to provide an activity for eligible youth who are not school dropouts if participation in the activity would interfere with or replace the regular academic requirements of the youth.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Linkages.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In coordinating the programs authorized under this section, youth councils shall establish linkages with educational agencies responsible for services to participants as appropriate.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch4/s129/c/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Volunteers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board shall make opportunities available for individuals who have successfully participated in programs carried out under this section to volunteer assistance to participants in the form of mentoring, tutoring, and other activities.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </chapter> <chapter style="-uslm-dtd:chapter" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">CHAPTER 5—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ADULT AND DISLOCATED WORKER EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING ACTIVITIES </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s131" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="131">SEC. 131. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2861">29 U.S.C. 2861</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">GENERAL AUTHORIZATION. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">The Secretary shall make allotments under paragraphs (1)(B) and (2)(B) of section 132(b) to each State that meets the requirements of section 112 and a grant to each outlying area that complies with the requirements of this title, to assist the State or outlying area, and to enable the State or outlying area to assist local areas, for the purpose of providing workforce investment activities for adults, and dislocated workers, in the State or outlying area and in the local areas.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="132">SEC. 132. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2862">29 U.S.C. 2862</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STATE ALLOTMENTS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">make allotments and grants from the total amount appropriated under section 137(b) for a fiscal year in accordance with subsection (b)(1); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2)</num><subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/a/2/A" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">reserve 20 percent of the amount appropriated under section 137(c) for a fiscal year for use under subsection (b)(2)(A), and under sections 170(b) (relating to dislocated worker technical assistance), 171(d) (relating to dislocated worker projects), and 173 (relating to national emergency grants, other than under subsection (a)(4), (f), and (g)); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/a/2/B" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">make allotments from 80 percent of the amount appropriated under section 137(c) for a fiscal year in accordance with subsection (b)(2)(B).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allotment Among States.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adult employment and training activities.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reservation for outlying areas.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">From the amount made available under subsection (a)(1) for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall reserve not more than ¼ of 1 percent to provide assistance to the outlying areas.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicability of additional requirements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">From the amount reserved under clause (i), the Secretary shall provide assistance to the outlying areas for adult employment and training activities and statewide workforce investment activities in accordance with the requirements of section 127(b)(1)(B), except that the reference in section 127(b)(1)(B)(i)(II) to sections 252(d) and 262(a)(1) of the Job Training Partnership Act shall be deemed to be a reference to section 202(a)(1) of the Job Training Partnership Act (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">States.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">After determining the amount to be reserved under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall allot the remainder of the amount referred to in subsection (a)(1) for a fiscal year to the States pursuant to clause (ii) for adult employment and training activities and statewide workforce investment activities.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Formula.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to clauses (iii) and (iv), of the remainder—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent shall be allotted on the basis of the relative number of unemployed individuals in areas of substantial unemployment in each State, compared to the total number of unemployed individuals in areas of substantial unemployment in all States;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent shall be allotted on the basis of the relative excess number of unemployed individuals in each State, compared to the total excess number of unemployed individuals in all States; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/ii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent shall be allotted on the basis of the relative number of disadvantaged adults in each State, compared to the total number of disadvantaged adults in all States, except as described in clause (iii).</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Calculation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In determining an allotment under clause (ii)(III) for any State in which there is a local area designated under section 116(a)(2)(B), the allotment shall be based on the higher of—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/iii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of adults in families with an income below the low-income level in such area; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/iii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of disadvantaged adults in such area.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum and maximum percentages and minimum allotments.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In making allotments under this subparagraph, the Secretary shall ensure the following:</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/iv/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum percentage and allotment.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to subclause (IV), the Secretary shall ensure that no State shall receive an allotment for a fiscal year that is less than the greater of—</chapeau> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/iv/I/aa" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an amount based on 90 percent of the allotment percentage of the State for the preceding fiscal year; or</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/iv/I/bb" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">100 percent of the allotment of the State under section 202 of the Job Training Partnership Act (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) for fiscal year 1998.</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/iv/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Small state minimum allotment.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to subclauses (I), (III), and (IV), the Secretary shall ensure that no State shall receive an allotment under this subparagraph that is less than the total of—</chapeau> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/iv/II/aa" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text"> 3⁄10 of 1 percent of $960,000,000 of the remainder described in clause (i) for the fiscal year; and</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/iv/II/bb" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the remainder described in clause (i) for the fiscal year exceeds $960,000,000, ⅖ of 1 percent of the excess.</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/iv/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Maximum percentage.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to subclause (I), the Secretary shall ensure that no State shall receive an allotment percentage for a fiscal year that is more than 130 percent of the allotment percentage of the State for the preceding fiscal year.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/iv/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum funding.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In any fiscal year in which the remainder described in clause (i) does not exceed $960,000,000, the minimum allotments under subclauses (I) and (II) shall be calculated by the methodology for calculating the corresponding allotments under part A of title II of the Job Training Partnership Act, as in effect on July 1, 1998.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the purpose of the formula specified in this subparagraph:</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/v/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adult.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">adult</term>” means an individual who is not less than age 22 and not more than age 72.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/v/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allotment percentage.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">allotment percentage</term>”, used with respect to fiscal year 2000 or a subsequent fiscal year, means a percentage of the remainder described in clause (i) that is received through an allotment made under this subparagraph for the fiscal year. The term, used with respect to fiscal year 1998 or 1999, means the percentage of the amounts allotted to States under section 202(a) of the Job Training Partnership Act (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) that is received under such section by the State involved for fiscal year 1998 or 1999.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/v/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Area of substantial unemployment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">area of substantial unemployment</term>” means any area that is of sufficient size and scope to sustain a program of workforce investment activities carried out under this subtitle and that has an average rate of unemployment of at least 6.5 percent for the most recent 12 months, as determined by the Secretary. For purposes of this subclause, determinations of areas of substantial unemployment shall be made once each fiscal year.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/v/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Disadvantaged adult.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to subclause (V), the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">disadvantaged adult</term>” means an adult who received an income, or is a member of a family that received a total family income, that, in relation to family size, does not exceed the higher of—</chapeau> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/v/IV/aa" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the poverty line; or</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/v/IV/bb" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">70 percent of the lower living standard income level.</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/v/V" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">(V) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Disadvantaged adult special rule.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall, as appropriate and to the extent practicable, exclude college students and members of the Armed Forces from the determination of the number of disadvantaged adults.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/v/VI" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VI">(VI) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Excess number.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">excess number</term>” means, used with respect to the excess number of unemployed individuals within a State, the higher of—</chapeau> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/v/VI/aa" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number that represents the number of unemployed individuals in excess of 4.5 percent of the civilian labor force in the State; or</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/1/B/v/VI/bb" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number that represents the number of unemployed individuals in excess of 4.5 percent of the civilian labor force in areas of substantial unemployment in such State.</content> </item> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Dislocated worker employment and training.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reservation for outlying areas.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">From the amount made available under subsection (a)(2)(A) for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall reserve not more than ¼ of 1 percent of the amount appropriated under section 137(c) for the fiscal year to provide assistance to the outlying areas.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicability of additional requirements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">From the amount reserved under clause (i), the Secretary shall provide assistance to the outlying areas for dislocated worker employment and training activities and statewide workforce investment activities in accordance with the requirements of section 127(b)(1)(B), except that the reference in section 127(b)(1)(B)(i)(II) to sections 252(a) and 262(a)(1) of the Job Training Partnership Act shall be deemed to be a reference to section 302(e) of the Job Training Partnership Act (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">States.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall allot the amount referred to in subsection (a)(2)(B) for a fiscal year to the States pursuant to clause (ii) for dislocated worker employment and training activities and statewide workforce investment activities.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Formula.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the amount—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/2/B/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent shall be allotted on the basis of the relative number of unemployed individuals in each State, compared to the total number of unemployed individuals in all States;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/2/B/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent shall be allotted on the basis of the relative excess number of unemployed individuals in each State, compared to the total excess number of unemployed individuals in all States; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/2/B/ii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent shall be allotted on the basis of the relative number of individuals in each State who have been unemployed for 15 weeks or more, compared to the total number of individuals in all States who have been unemployed for 15 weeks or more.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/2/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this subparagraph, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">excess number</term>” means, used with respect to the excess number of unemployed individuals within a State, the number that represents the number of unemployed individuals in excess of 4.5 percent of the civilian labor force in the State.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the purpose of the formulas specified in this subsection:</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Freely associated states.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Freely Associated States</term>” means the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/b/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Low-income level.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">low-income level</term>” means $7,000 with respect to income in 1969, and for any later year means that amount that bears the same relationship to $7,000 as the Consumer Price Index for that year bears to the Consumer Price Index for 1969, rounded to the nearest $1,000.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reallotment.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall, in accordance with this subsection, reallot to eligible States amounts that are allotted under this section for employment and training activities and statewide workforce investment activities and that are available for reallotment.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Amount.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The amount available for reallotment for a program year is equal to the amount by which the unobligated balance of the State allotments under this section for such activities, at the end of the program year prior to the program year for which the determination under this paragraph is made, exceeds 20 percent of such allotments for the prior program year.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reallotment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In making reallotments to eligible States of amounts available pursuant to paragraph (2) for a program year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible State an amount based on the relative amount allotted to such State under this section for such activities for the prior program year, as compared to the total amount allotted to all eligible States under this section for such activities for such prior program year.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligibility.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this subsection, an eligible State means a State that has obligated at least 80 percent of the State allotment under this section for such activities for the program year prior to the program year for which the determination under paragraph (2) is made.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s132/c/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Procedures.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of each State shall prescribe uniform procedures for the obligation of funds by local areas within the State in order to avoid the requirement that funds be made available for reallotment under this subsection. The Governor shall further prescribe equitable procedures for making funds available from the State and local areas in the event that a State is required to make funds available for reallotment under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="133">SEC. 133. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2863">29 U.S.C. 2863</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">WITHIN STATE ALLOCATIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reservations for State Activities.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Statewide workforce investment activities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of a State shall make the reservation required under section 128(a).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Statewide rapid response activities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of the State shall reserve not more than 25 percent of the total amount allotted to the State under section 132(b)(2)(B) for a fiscal year for statewide rapid response activities described in section 134(a)(2)(A).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Within State Allocation.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Methods.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor, acting in accordance with the State plan, and after consulting with chief elected officials in the local areas, shall allocate—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the funds that are allotted to the State for adult employment and training activities and statewide workforce investment activities under section 132(b)(1)(B) and are not reserved under subsection (a)(1), in accordance with paragraph (2) or (3); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the funds that are allotted to the State for dislocated worker employment and training activities under section 132(b)(2)(B) and are not reserved under paragraph (1) or (2) of subsection (a), in accordance with paragraph (2).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Formula allocations.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adult employment and training activities.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allocation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In allocating the funds described in paragraph (1)(A) to local areas, a State may <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />allocate—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/A/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent of the funds on the basis described in section 132(b)(1)(B)(ii)(I);</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/A/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent of the funds on the basis described in section 132(b)(1)(B)(ii)(II); and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/A/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33⅓ percent of the funds on the basis described in clauses (ii)(III) and (iii) of section 132(b)(1)(B).</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum percentage.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Effective at the end of the second full fiscal year after the date on which a local area is designated under section 116, the local area shall not receive an allocation percentage for a fiscal year that is less than 90 percent of the average allocation percentage of the local area for the 2 preceding fiscal years. Amounts necessary for increasing such allocations to local areas to comply with the preceding sentence shall be obtained by ratably reducing the allocations to be made to other local areas under this subparagraph.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">allocation percentage</term>”, used with respect to fiscal year 2000 or a subsequent fiscal year, means a percentage of the funds referred to in clause (i), received through an allocation made under this subparagraph, for the fiscal year.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Dislocated worker employment and training activities.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Formula.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In allocating the funds described in paragraph (1)(B) to local areas, a State shall allocate the funds based on an allocation formula prescribed by the Governor of the State. Such formula may be amended by the Governor not more than once for each program year. Such formula shall utilize the most appropriate information available to the Governor to distribute amounts to address the State's worker readjustment assistance needs.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Information.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The information described in clause (i) shall include insured unemployment data, unemployment concentrations, plant closing and mass layoff data, declining industries data, farmer-rancher economic hardship data, and long-term unemployment data.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of carrying out subparagraph (A)—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">references in section 132(b) to a State shall be deemed to be references to a local area;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">references in section 132(b) to all States shall be deemed to be references to all local areas in the State involved; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/2/C/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">except as described in clause (i), references in section 132(b)(1) to the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">excess number</term>” shall be considered to be references to the term as defined in section 132(b)(1).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adult employment and training discretionary allocations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In lieu of making the allocation described in paragraph (2)(A), in allocating the funds described in paragraph (1)(A) to local areas, a State may distribute—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a portion equal to not less than 70 percent of the funds in accordance with paragraph (2)(A); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the remaining portion of the funds on the basis of a formula that—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/3/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">incorporates additional factors (other than the factors described in paragraph (2)(A)) relating to—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/3/B/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">excess poverty in urban, rural, and suburban local areas; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/3/B/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">excess unemployment above the State average in urban, rural, and suburban local areas; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/3/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">was developed by the State board and approved by the Secretary as part of the State plan.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Transfer authority.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A local board may transfer, if such a transfer is approved by the Governor, not more than 20 percent of the funds allocated to the local area under paragraph (2)(A) or (3), and 20 percent of the funds allocated to the local area under paragraph (2)(B), for a fiscal year between—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">adult employment and training activities; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">dislocated worker employment and training <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />activities.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allocation.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/5/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of the State shall allocate the funds described in paragraph (1) to local areas under paragraphs (2) and (3) for the purpose of providing a single system of employment and training activities for adults and dislocated workers in accordance with subsections (d) and (e) of section 134.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/5/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional requirements.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/5/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adults.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds allocated under paragraph (2)(A) or (3) shall be used by a local area to contribute proportionately to the costs of the one-stop delivery system described in section 134(c) in the local area, and to pay for employment and training activities provided to adults in the local area, consistent with section 134.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/b/5/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Dislocated workers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds allocated under paragraph (2)(B) shall be used by a local area to contribute proportionately to the costs of the one-stop delivery system described in section 134(c) in the local area, and to pay for employment and training activities provided to dislocated workers in the local area, consistent with section 134.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reallocation Among Local Areas.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor may, in accordance with this subsection, reallocate to eligible local areas within the State amounts that are allocated under paragraph (2)(A) or (3) of subsection (b) for adult employment and training activities and that are available for reallocation.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Amount.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The amount available for reallocation for a program year is equal to the amount by which the unobligated balance of the local area allocation under paragraph (2)(A) or (3) of subsection (b) for such activities, at the end of the program year prior to the program year for which the determination under this paragraph is made exceeds 20 percent of such allocation for the prior program year.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reallocation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In making reallocations to eligible local areas of amounts available pursuant to paragraph (2) for a program year, the Governor shall allocate to each eligible local area within the State an amount based on the relative amount allocated to such local area under subsection (b)(3) for such activities for the prior program year, as compared to the total amount allocated to all eligible local areas in the State under subsection (b)(3) for such activities for such prior program year. For purposes of this paragraph, local areas that received allocations under subsection (b)(2)(A) for the prior program year shall be treated as if the local areas received allocations under subsection (b)(3) for such year.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s133/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligibility.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this subsection, an eligible local area means a local area that has obligated at least 80 percent of the local area allocation under paragraph (2)(A) or (3) of subsection (b) for such activities, for the program year prior to the program year for which the determination under paragraph (2) is made.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="134">SEC. 134. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2864">29 U.S.C. 2864</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">USE OF FUNDS FOR EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING ACTIVITIES. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Statewide Employment and Training Activities.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds reserved by a Governor for a State—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">as described in section 133(a)(2) shall be used to carry out the statewide rapid response activities described in paragraph (2)(A); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">as described in sections 128(a) and 133(a)(1)—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall be used to carry out the statewide employment and training activities described in paragraph (2)(B); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may be used to carry out any of the statewide employment and training activities described in paragraph (3),</content> </clause><continuation style="-uslm-dtd:continuation-text" role="subparagraph">regardless of whether the funds were allotted to the State under section 127(b)(1) or under paragraph (1) or (2) of section 132(b).</continuation> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Required statewide employment and training activities.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Statewide rapid response activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State shall use funds reserved as described in section 133(a)(2) to carry out statewide rapid response activities, which shall include—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provision of rapid response activities, carried out in local areas by the State or by an entity designated by the State, working in conjunction with the local boards and the chief elected officials in the local areas; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provision of additional assistance to local areas that experience disasters, mass layoffs or plant closings, or other events that precipitate substantial increases in the number of unemployed individuals, carried out in local areas by the State or by an entity designated by the State, working in conjunction with the local boards and the chief elected officials in the local areas.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Other required statewide employment and training activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State shall use funds reserved as described in sections 128(a) and 133(a)(1) (regardless of whether the funds were allotted to the State under section 127(b)(1) or paragraph (1) or (2) of section 132(b)) to carry out other statewide employment and training activities, which shall include—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">disseminating the State list of eligible providers of training services, including eligible providers of nontraditional training services, information identifying eligible providers of on-the-job training and customized training, and performance information and program cost information, as described in subsections (e) and (h) of section 122;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">conducting evaluations, under section 136(e), of activities authorized in this section, in coordination with the activities carried out under section 172;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/2/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">providing incentive grants to local areas for regional cooperation among local boards (including local boards for a designated region as described in section 116(c)), for local coordination of activities carried out under this Act, and for exemplary performance by local areas on the local performance measures;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/2/B/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">providing technical assistance to local areas that fail to meet local performance measures;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/2/B/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assisting in the establishment and operation of one-stop delivery systems described in subsection (c); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/2/B/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">operating a fiscal and management accountability information system under section 136(f).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allowable statewide employment and training activities.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State may use funds reserved as described in sections 128(a) and 133(a)(1) (regardless of whether the funds were allotted to the State under section 127(b)(1) or paragraph (1) or (2) of section 132(b)) to carry out additional statewide employment and training activities, which may include—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">subject to subparagraph (B), administration by the State of the activities authorized under this section;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provision of capacity building and technical assistance to local areas, one-stop operators, one-stop partners, and eligible providers, including the development and training of staff and the development of exemplary program activities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">conduct of research and demonstrations;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv)</num><subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/A/iv/I" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">implementation of innovative incumbent worker training programs, which may include the establishment and implementation of an employer loan program to assist in skills upgrading; and</content></subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/A/iv/II" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the establishment and implementation of programs targeted to empowerment zones and enterprise communities;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/A/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">support for the identification of eligible providers of training services as required under section 122;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/A/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi)</num><subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/A/vi/I" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">implementation of innovative programs for displaced homemakers, which for purposes of this <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />subclause may include an individual who is receiving public assistance and is within 2 years of exhausting lifetime eligibility under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.); and</content></subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/A/vi/II" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">implementation of programs to increase the number of individuals training for and placed in nontraditional employment; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/A/vii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">carrying out other activities authorized in this section that the State determines to be necessary to assist local areas in carrying out activities described in subsection (d) or (e) through the statewide workforce investment system.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the funds allotted to a State under sections 127(b) and 132(b) and reserved as described in sections 128(a) and 133(a)(1) for a fiscal year—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/B/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not more than 5 percent of the amount allotted under section 127(b)(1);</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/B/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not more than 5 percent of the amount allotted under section 132(b)(1); and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/B/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not more than 5 percent of the amount allotted under section 132(b)(2),</content> </subclause><continuation style="-uslm-dtd:continuation-text" role="clause">may be used by the State for the administration of youth activities carried out under section 129 and employment and training activities carried out under this section.</continuation> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/a/3/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Use of funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds made available for administrative costs under clause (i) may be used for the administrative cost of any of the statewide youth activities or statewide employment and training activities, regardless of whether the funds were allotted to the State under section 127(b)(1) or paragraph (1) or (2) of section 132(b).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local Employment and Training Activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds allocated to a local area for adults under paragraph (2)(A) or (3), as appropriate, of section 133(b), and funds allocated to a local area for dislocated workers under section 133(b)(2)(B)—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall be used to carry out employment and training activities described in subsection (d) for adults or dislocated workers, respectively; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may be used to carry out employment and training activities described in subsection (e) for adults or dislocated workers, respectively.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment of One-Stop Delivery System.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">There shall be established in a State that receives an allotment under section 132(b) a one-stop delivery system, which—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall provide the core services described in <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />subsection (d)(2);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall provide access to intensive services and training services as described in paragraphs (3) and (4) of subsection (d), including serving as the point of access to individual training accounts for training services to participants in accordance with subsection (d)(4)(G);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall provide access to the activities carried out under subsection (e), if any;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/1/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall provide access to programs and activities carried out by one-stop partners and described in section 121(b); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/1/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall provide access to the information described in section 15 of the Wagner-Peyser Act and all job search, placement, recruitment, and other labor exchange services authorized under the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49 et seq.).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">One-stop delivery.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">At a minimum, the one-stop <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />delivery system—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall make each of the programs, services, and activities described in paragraph (1) accessible at not less than one physical center in each local area of the State; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">may also make programs, services, and activities described in paragraph (1) available—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">through a network of affiliated sites that can provide one or more of the programs, services, and activities to individuals; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">through a network of eligible one-stop <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />partners—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/2/B/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in which each partner provides one or more of the programs, services, and activities to such individuals and is accessible at an affiliated site that consists of a physical location or an electronically or technologically linked access point; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/2/B/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that assures individuals that information on the availability of the core services will be available regardless of where the individuals initially enter the statewide workforce investment system, including information made available through an access point described in subclause (I).</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Specialized centers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The centers and sites described in paragraph (2) may have a specialization in addressing special needs, such as the needs of dislocated workers.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Required Local Employment and Training Activities.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allocated funds.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds allocated to a local area for adults under paragraph (2)(A) or (3), as appropriate, of section 133(b), and funds allocated to the local area for dislocated workers under section 133(b)(2)(B), shall be used—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/1/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to establish a one-stop delivery system described in subsection (c);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide the core services described in paragraph (2) to adults and dislocated workers, respectively, through the one-stop delivery system in accordance with such paragraph;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/1/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide the intensive services described in paragraph (3) to adults and dislocated workers, respectively, described in such paragraph; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/1/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide training services described in paragraph (4) to adults and dislocated workers, respectively, described in such paragraph.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Other funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A portion of the funds made available under Federal law authorizing the programs and activities described in section 121(b)(1)(B), including the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49 et seq.), shall be used as described in clauses (i) and (ii) of subparagraph (A), to the extent not inconsistent with the Federal law involved.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Core services.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds described in paragraph (1)(A) shall be used to provide core services, which shall be available to individuals who are adults or dislocated workers through the one-stop delivery system and shall, at a minimum, include—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">determinations of whether the individuals are eligible to receive assistance under this subtitle;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">outreach, intake (which may include worker profiling), and orientation to the information and other services available through the one-stop delivery system;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">initial assessment of skill levels, aptitudes, abilities, and supportive service needs;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">job search and placement assistance, and where appropriate, career counseling;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">provision of employment statistics information, including the provision of accurate information relating to local, regional, and national labor market areas, <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />including—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/E/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">job vacancy listings in such labor market areas;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/E/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information on job skills necessary to obtain the jobs described in clause (i); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/E/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information relating to local occupations in demand and the earnings and skill requirements for such occupations; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provision of performance information and program cost information on eligible providers of training services as described in section 122, provided by program, and eligible providers of youth activities described in section 123, providers of adult education described in title II, providers of career and technical education activities at the postsecondary level, and career and technical education activities available to school dropouts, under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.), and providers of vocational rehabilitation program activities described in title I of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 720 et seq.);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provision of information regarding how the local area is performing on the local performance measures and any additional performance information with respect to the one-stop delivery system in the local area;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/H" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provision of accurate information relating to the availability of supportive services, including child care and transportation, available in the local area, and referral to such services, as appropriate;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provision of information regarding filing claims for unemployment compensation;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/J" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="J">(J) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">assistance in establishing eligibility for—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/J/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">welfare-to-work activities authorized under section 403(a)(5) of the Social Security Act (as added by section 5001 of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997) available in the local area; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/J/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs of financial aid assistance for training and education programs that are not funded under this Act and are available in the local area; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/2/K" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="K">(K) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">followup services, including counseling regarding the workplace, for participants in workforce investment activities authorized under this subtitle who are placed in unsubsidized employment, for not less than 12 months after the first day of the employment, as appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Intensive services.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds allocated to a local area for adults under paragraph (2)(A) or (3), as appropriate, of section 133(b), and funds allocated to the local area for dislocated workers under section 133(b)(2)(B), shall be used to provide intensive services to adults and dislocated workers, respectively—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i)</num><subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/A/i/I" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who are unemployed and are unable to obtain employment through core services provided under paragraph (2); and</content></subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/A/i/II" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who have been determined by a one-stop operator to be in need of more intensive services in order to obtain employment; or</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who are employed, but who are determined by a one-stop operator to be in need of such intensive services in order to obtain or retain employment that allows for self-sufficiency.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Delivery of services.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such intensive services shall be provided through the one-stop delivery system—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">directly through one-stop operators identified pursuant to section 121(d); or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">through contracts with service providers, which may include contracts with public, private for-profit, and private nonprofit service providers, approved by the local board.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Types of services.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such intensive services may include the following:</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Comprehensive and specialized assessments of the skill levels and service needs of adults and dislocated workers, which may include—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/C/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">diagnostic testing and use of other assessment tools; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/C/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in-depth interviewing and evaluation to identify employment barriers and appropriate employment goals.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Development of an individual employment plan, to identify the employment goals, appropriate achievement objectives, and appropriate combination of services for the participant to achieve the employment goals.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/C/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Group counseling.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/C/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Individual counseling and career planning.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/C/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Case management for participants seeking training services under paragraph (4).</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/3/C/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Short-term prevocational services, including development of learning skills, communication skills, interviewing skills, punctuality, personal maintenance skills, and professional conduct, to prepare individuals for unsubsidized employment or training.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Training services.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds allocated to a local area for adults under paragraph (2)(A) or (3), as appropriate, of section 133(b), and funds allocated to a local area for dislocated workers under section 133(b)(2)(B) shall be used to provide training services to adults and dislocated workers, respectively—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who have met the eligibility requirements for intensive services under paragraph (3)(A) and who are unable to obtain or retain employment through such services;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who after an interview, evaluation, or assessment, and case management, have been determined by a one-stop operator or one-stop partner, as appropriate, to be in need of training services and to have the skills and qualifications to successfully participate in the selected program of training services;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who select programs of training services that are directly linked to the employment opportunities in the local area involved or in another area in which the adults or dislocated workers receiving such services are willing to relocate;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who meet the requirements of subparagraph (B); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/A/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who are determined to be eligible in accordance with the priority system, if any, in effect under subparagraph (E).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Qualification.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirement.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in clause (ii), provision of such training services shall be limited to individuals who—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/B/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">are unable to obtain other grant assistance for such services, including Federal Pell Grants established under title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1070 et seq.); or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/B/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">require assistance beyond the assistance made available under other grant assistance programs, including Federal Pell Grants.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reimbursements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Training services may be provided under this paragraph to an individual who otherwise meets the requirements of this paragraph while an application for a Federal Pell Grant is pending, except that if such individual is subsequently awarded a Federal Pell Grant, appropriate reimbursement shall be made to the local area from such Federal Pell Grant.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Provider qualification.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Training services shall be provided through providers identified in accordance with section 122.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Training services.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Training services may include—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/D/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">occupational skills training, including training for nontraditional employment;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/D/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">on-the-job training;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/D/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs that combine workplace training with related instruction, which may include cooperative education programs;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/D/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">training programs operated by the private <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />sector;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/D/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">skill upgrading and retraining;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/D/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">entrepreneurial training;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/D/vii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">job readiness training;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/D/viii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="viii">(viii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">adult education and literacy activities <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />provided in combination with services described in any of clauses (i) through (vii); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/D/ix" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ix">(ix) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">customized training conducted with a commitment by an employer or group of employers to employ an individual upon successful completion of the training.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Priority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In the event that funds allocated to a local area for adult employment and training activities under paragraph (2)(A) or (3) of section 133(b) are limited, priority shall be given to recipients of public assistance and other low-income individuals for intensive services and training services. The appropriate local board and the Governor shall direct the one-stop operators in the local area with regard to making determinations related to such priority.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consumer choice requirements.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/F/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Training services provided under this paragraph shall be provided in a manner that maximizes consumer choice in the selection of an eligible provider of such services.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/F/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible providers.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each local board, through one-stop centers referred to in subsection (c), shall make available—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/F/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the State list of eligible providers of training services required under section 122(e), with a description of the programs through which the providers may offer the training services, and the information identifying eligible providers of on-the-job training and customized training required under section 122(h); and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/F/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the performance information and performance cost information relating to eligible providers of training services described in subsections (e) and (h) of section 122.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/F/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Individual training accounts.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An individual who seeks training services and who is eligible pursuant to subparagraph (A), may, in consultation with a case manager, select an eligible provider of training services from the list or identifying information for providers described in clause (ii)(I). Upon such selection, the one-stop operator involved shall, to the extent practicable, refer such individual to the eligible provider of training services, and arrange for payment for such services through an individual training account.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Use of individual training accounts.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/G/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in clause (ii), training services provided under this paragraph shall be provided through the use of individual training accounts in accordance with this paragraph, and shall be provided to eligible individuals through the one-stop delivery system.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/G/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exceptions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Training services authorized under this paragraph may be provided pursuant to a contract for services in lieu of an individual training account if the requirements of subparagraph (F) are met and if—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/G/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such services are on-the-job training provided by an employer or customized training;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/G/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the local board determines there are an insufficient number of eligible providers of training services in the local area involved (such as in a rural area) to accomplish the purposes of a system of individual training accounts; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/G/ii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the local board determines that there is a training services program of demonstrated effectiveness offered in the local area by a community-based organization or another private organization to serve special participant populations that face multiple barriers to employment.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/G/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Linkage to occupations in demand.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Training services provided under this paragraph shall be directly linked to occupations that are in demand in the local area, or in another area to which an adult or dislocated worker receiving such services is willing to relocate, except that a local board may approve training services for occupations determined by the local board to be in sectors of the economy that have a high potential for sustained demand or growth in the local area.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/G/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this subparagraph, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">special participant population that faces multiple barriers to employment</term>” means a population of low-income individuals that is included in one or more of the following categories:</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/G/iv/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Individuals with substantial language or cultural barriers.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/G/iv/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Offenders.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/G/iv/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Homeless individuals.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/d/4/G/iv/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Other hard-to-serve populations as defined by the Governor involved.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Permissible Local Employment and Training <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />Activities.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Discretionary one-stop delivery activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds allocated to a local area for adults under paragraph (2)(A) or (3), as appropriate, of section 133(b), and funds allocated to the local area for dislocated workers under section 133(b)(2)(B), may be used to provide, through one-stop delivery described in subsection (c)(2)—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">customized screening and referral of qualified participants in training services described in subsection (d)(4) to employment; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">customized employment-related services to employers on a fee-for-service basis.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Supportive services.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds allocated to a local area for adults under paragraph (2)(A) or (3), as appropriate, of section 133(b), and funds allocated to the local area for dislocated workers under section 133(b)(2)(B), may be used to provide supportive services to adults and dislocated workers, respectively—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who are participating in programs with activities authorized in any of paragraphs (2), (3), or (4) of subsection (d); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who are unable to obtain such supportive services through other programs providing such services.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Needs-related payments.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds allocated to a local area for adults under paragraph (2)(A) or (3), as appropriate, of section 133(b), and funds allocated to the local area for dislocated workers under section 133(b)(2)(B), may be used to provide needs-related payments to adults and dislocated workers, respectively, who are unemployed and do not qualify for (or have ceased to qualify for) unemployment compensation for the purpose of enabling such individuals to participate in programs of training services under subsection (d)(4).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional eligibility requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In addition to the requirements contained in subparagraph (A), a dislocated worker who has ceased to qualify for unemployment compensation may be eligible to receive needs-related payments under this paragraph only if such worker was enrolled in the training services—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/3/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by the end of the 13th week after the most recent layoff that resulted in a determination of the worker's eligibility for employment and training activities for dislocated workers under this subtitle; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/3/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if later, by the end of the 8th week after the worker is informed that a short-term layoff will exceed 6 months.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Level of payments.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The level of a needs-related payment made to a dislocated worker under this paragraph shall not exceed the greater of—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/3/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the applicable level of unemployment compensation; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch5/s134/e/3/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if such worker did not qualify for unemployment compensation, an amount equal to the poverty line, for an equivalent period, which amount shall be adjusted to reflect changes in total family income.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </chapter> <chapter style="-uslm-dtd:chapter" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">CHAPTER 6—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">GENERAL PROVISIONS </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="136">SEC. 136. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2871">29 U.S.C. 2871</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PERFORMANCE ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Purpose.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The purpose of this section is to establish a comprehensive performance accountability system, comprised of the activities described in this section, to assess the effectiveness of States and local areas in achieving continuous improvement of workforce investment activities funded under this subtitle, in order to optimize the return on investment of Federal funds in statewide and local workforce investment activities.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State Performance Measures.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For each State, the State performance measures shall consist of—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/1/A/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the core indicators of performance described in paragraph (2)(A) and the customer satisfaction indicator of performance described in paragraph (2)(B); and</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">additional indicators of performance (if any) identified by the State under paragraph (2)(C); and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a State adjusted level of performance for each indicator described in subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Indicators of performance.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Core indicators of performance.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The core indicators of performance for employment and training activities authorized under section 134 (except for self-service and informational activities) and (for participants who are eligible youth age 19 through 21) for youth activities authorized under section 129 shall consist of—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2/A/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">entry into unsubsidized employment;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2/A/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">retention in unsubsidized employment 6 months after entry into the employment;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2/A/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">earnings received in unsubsidized employment 6 months after entry into the employment; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2/A/i/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">attainment of a recognized credential relating to achievement of educational skills, which may include attainment of a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, or occupational skills, by participants who enter unsubsidized employment, or by participants who are eligible youth age 19 through 21 who enter postsecondary education, advanced training, or unsubsidized employment.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Core indicators for eligible youth.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The core indicators of performance (for participants who are eligible youth age 14 through 18) for youth activities authorized under section 129, shall include—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2/A/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">attainment of basic skills and, as appropriate, work readiness or occupational skills;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2/A/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">attainment of secondary school diplomas and their recognized equivalents; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2/A/ii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">placement and retention in postsecondary education or advanced training, or placement and retention in military service, employment, or qualified apprenticeships.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Customer satisfaction indicators.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The customer satisfaction indicator of performance shall consist of customer satisfaction of employers and participants with services received from the workforce investment activities authorized under this subtitle. Customer satisfaction may be measured through surveys conducted after the conclusion of participation in the workforce investment activities.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional indicators.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State may identify in the State plan additional indicators for workforce investment activities authorized under this subtitle.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Levels of performance.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State adjusted levels of performance for core indicators and customer satisfaction indicator.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For each State submitting a State plan, there shall be established, in accordance with this subparagraph, levels of performance for each of the core indicators of performance described in paragraph (2)(A) and the customer satisfaction indicator described in paragraph (2)(B) for workforce investment activities authorized under this subtitle. The levels of performance established under this subparagraph shall, at a minimum—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/A/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be expressed in an objective, quantifiable, and measurable form; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/A/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">show the progress of the State toward continuously improving in performance.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Identification in state plan.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each State shall identify, in the State plan submitted under section 112, expected levels of performance for each of the core indicators of performance and the customer satisfaction indicator of performance, for the first 3 program years covered by the State plan.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Agreement on state adjusted levels of performance for first 3 years.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to ensure an optimal return on the investment of Federal funds in workforce investment activities authorized under this subtitle, the Secretary and each Governor shall reach agreement on levels of performance for each of the core indicators of performance and the customer satisfaction indicator of performance, for the first 3 program years covered by the State plan, taking into account the levels identified in the State plan under clause (ii) and the factors described in clause (iv). The levels agreed to under this clause shall be considered to be the State adjusted levels of performance for the State for such years and shall be incorporated into the State plan prior to the approval of such plan.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Factors.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The agreement described in clause (iii) or (v) shall take into account—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/A/iv/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent to which the levels involved will assist the State in attaining a high level of customer satisfaction;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/A/iv/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">how the levels involved compare with the State adjusted levels of performance established for other States, taking into account factors including differences in economic conditions, the characteristics of participants when the participants entered the program, and the services to be provided; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/A/iv/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent to which such levels involved promote continuous improvement in performance on the performance measures by such State and ensure optimal return on the investment of Federal funds.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/A/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Agreement on state adjusted levels of performance for 4th and 5th years.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Prior to the 4th program year covered by the State plan, the Secretary and each Governor shall reach agreement on levels of performance for each of the core indicators of performance and the customer satisfaction indicator of performance, for the 4th and 5th program years covered by the State plan, taking into account the factors described in clause (iv). The levels agreed to under this clause shall be considered to be the State adjusted levels of performance for the State for such years and shall be incorporated into the State plan.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/A/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Revisions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If unanticipated circumstances arise in a State resulting in a significant change in the factors described in clause (iv)(II), the Governor may request that the State adjusted levels of performance agreed to under clause (iii) or (v) be revised. The Secretary, after collaboration with the representatives described in subsection (i), shall issue objective criteria and methods for making such revisions.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/b/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Levels of performance for additional indicators.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The State may identify, in the State plan, State levels of performance for each of the additional indicators described in paragraph (2)(C). Such levels shall be considered to be State adjusted levels of performance for purposes of this title.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local Performance Measures.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For each local area in a State, the local performance measures shall consist of—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/c/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/c/1/A/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the core indicators of performance described in subsection (b)(2)(A), and the customer satisfaction indicator of performance described in subsection (b)(2)(B), for activities described in such subsections, other than statewide workforce investment activities; and</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/c/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">additional indicators of performance (if any) identified by the State under subsection (b)(2)(C) for activities described in such subsection, other than statewide workforce investment activities; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/c/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a local level of performance for each indicator described in subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local level of performance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local board, the chief elected official, and the Governor shall negotiate and reach agreement on the local levels of performance based on the State adjusted levels of performance established under subsection (b).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Determinations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In determining such local levels of performance, the local board, the chief elected official, and the Governor shall take into account the specific economic, demographic, and other characteristics of the populations to be served in the local area.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each State that receives an allotment under section 127 or 132 shall annually prepare and submit to the Secretary a report on the progress of the State in achieving State performance measures, including information on the levels of performance achieved by the State with respect to the core indicators of performance and the customer satisfaction indicator. The annual report also shall include information regarding the progress of local areas in the State in achieving local performance measures, including information on the levels of performance achieved by the areas with respect to the core indicators of performance and the customer satisfaction indicator. The report also shall include information on the status of State evaluations of workforce investment activities described in subsection (e).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional information.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In preparing such report, the State shall include, at a minimum, information on participants in workforce investment activities authorized under this subtitle relating to—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">entry by participants who have completed training services provided under section 134(d)(4) into unsubsidized employment related to the training received;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">wages at entry into employment for participants in workforce investment activities who entered unsubsidized employment, including the rate of wage replacement for such participants who are dislocated workers;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">cost of workforce investment activities relative to the effect of the activities on the performance of participants;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">retention and earnings received in unsubsidized employment 12 months after entry into the employment;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d/2/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">performance with respect to the indicators of performance specified in subsection (b)(2)(A) of participants in workforce investment activities who received the training services compared with the performance of participants in workforce investment activities who received only services other than the training services (excluding participants who received only self-service and informational activities); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d/2/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">performance with respect to the indicators of performance specified in subsection (b)(2)(A) of recipients of public assistance, out-of-school youth, veterans, individuals with disabilities, displaced homemakers, and older individuals.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Information dissemination.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall make the information contained in such reports available to the general public through publication and other appropriate methods;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall disseminate State-by-State comparisons of the information; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/d/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall provide the appropriate congressional committees with copies of such reports.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Evaluation of State Programs.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Using funds made available under this subtitle, the State, in coordination with local boards in the State, shall conduct ongoing evaluation studies of workforce investment activities carried out in the State under this subtitle in order to promote, establish, implement, and utilize methods for continuously improving the activities in order to achieve high-level performance within, and high-level outcomes from, the statewide workforce investment system. To the maximum extent practicable, the State shall coordinate the evaluations with the evaluations provided for by the Secretary under section 172.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Design.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The evaluation studies conducted under this subsection shall be designed in conjunction with the State board and local boards and shall include analysis of customer feedback and outcome and process measures in the statewide workforce investment system. The studies may include use of control groups.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/e/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Results.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The State shall periodically prepare and submit to the State board, and local boards in the State, reports containing the results of evaluation studies conducted under this subsection, to promote the efficiency and effectiveness of the statewide workforce investment system in improving employability for jobseekers and competitiveness for employers.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Fiscal and Management Accountability Information Systems.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Using funds made available under this subtitle, the Governor, in coordination with local boards and chief elected officials in the State, shall establish and operate a fiscal and management accountability information system based on guidelines established by the Secretary after consultation with the Governors, local elected officials, and one-stop partners. Such guidelines shall promote efficient collection and use of fiscal and management information for reporting and monitoring the use of funds made available under this subtitle and for preparing the annual report described in subsection (d).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Wage records.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In measuring the progress of the State on State and local performance measures, a State shall utilize quarterly wage records, consistent with State law. The Secretary shall make arrangements, consistent with State law, to ensure that the wage records of any State are available to any other State to the extent that such wage records are required by the State in carrying out the State plan of the State or completing the annual report described in subsection (d).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/f/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Confidentiality.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In carrying out the requirements of this Act, the State shall comply with section 444 of the General Education Provisions Act (20 U.S.C. 1232g) (as added by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Sanctions for State Failure To Meet State Performance Measures.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/g/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">States.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/g/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Technical assistance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If a State fails to meet State adjusted levels of performance relating to indicators described in subparagraph (A) or (B) of subsection (b)(2) for a program for any program year, the Secretary shall, upon request, provide technical assistance in accordance with section 170, including assistance in the development of a performance improvement plan.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/g/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reduction in amount of grant.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If such failure continues for a second consecutive year, or if a State fails to submit a report under subsection (d) for any program year, the Secretary may reduce by not more than 5 percent, the amount of the grant that would (in the absence of this paragraph) be payable to the State under such program for the immediately succeeding program year. Such penalty shall be based on the degree of failure to meet State adjusted levels of performance.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/g/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Funds resulting from reduced allotments.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall use an amount retained, as a result of a reduction in an allotment to a State made under paragraph (1)(B), to provide incentive grants under section 503.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/h" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="h">(h) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Sanctions for Local Area Failure To Meet Local Performance Measures.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/h/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Technical assistance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If a local area fails to meet levels of performance relating to indicators described in subparagraph (A) or (B) of subsection (b)(2) for a program for any program year, the Governor, or upon request by the Governor, the Secretary, shall provide technical assistance, which may include assistance in the development of a performance improvement plan, or the development of a modified local plan.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/h/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Corrective actions.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/h/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">If such failure continues for a second consecutive year, the Governor shall take corrective actions, which may include development of a reorganization plan through which the Governor may—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/h/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">require the appointment and certification of a new local board (consistent with the criteria established under section 117(b));</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/h/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">prohibit the use of eligible providers and one-stop partners identified as achieving a poor level of performance; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/h/2/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">take such other actions as the Governor determines are appropriate.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/h/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appeal by local area.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/h/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appeal to governor.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A local area that is subject to a reorganization plan under subparagraph (A) may, not later than 30 days after receiving notice of the reorganization plan, appeal to the Governor to rescind or revise such plan. In such case, the Governor shall make a final decision not later then 30 days after the receipt of the appeal.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/h/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Subsequent action.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The local area may, not later than 30 days after receiving a decision from the Governor pursuant to clause (i), appeal such decision to the Secretary. In such case, the Secretary shall make a final decision not later than 30 days after the receipt of the appeal.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/h/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effective date.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The decision made by the Governor under clause (i) of subparagraph (B) shall become effective at the time the Governor issues the decision pursuant to such clause. Such decision shall remain effective unless the Secretary rescinds or revises such plan pursuant to clause (ii) of subparagraph (B).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Other Measures and Terminology.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/i/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Responsibilities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to ensure nationwide comparability of performance data, the Secretary, after collaboration with representatives of appropriate Federal agencies, and representatives of States and political subdivisions, business and industry, employees, eligible providers of employment and training activities, educators, and participants, with expertise regarding workforce investment policies and workforce investment activities, shall issue—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/i/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">definitions for information required to be reported under subsection (d)(2);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/i/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">terms for a menu of additional indicators of performance described in subsection (b)(2)(C) to assist States in assessing their progress toward State workforce investment goals; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/i/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">objective criteria and methods described in subsection (b)(3)(A)(vi) for making revisions to levels of performance.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/i/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions for core indicators.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary and the representatives described in paragraph (1) shall participate in the activities described in section 502 concerning the issuance of definitions for indicators of performance described in subsection (b)(2)(A).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s136/i/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Assistance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall make the services of staff available to the representatives to assist the representatives in participating in the collaboration described in paragraph (1) and in the activities described in section 502.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s137" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="137">SEC. 137. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2872">29 U.S.C. 2872</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s137/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Youth Activities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out the activities described in section 127(a), such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 1999 through 2003.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s137/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adult Employment and Training Activities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out the activities described in section 132(a)(1), such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 1999 through 2003.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stB/ch6/s137/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Dislocated Worker Employment and Training Activities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out the activities described in section 132(a)(2), such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 1999 through 2003.</content> </subsection> </section> </chapter> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-dtd:subtitle" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">Subtitle C—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Job Corps </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s141" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="141">SEC. 141. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2881">29 U.S.C. 2881</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PURPOSES. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The purposes of this subtitle are—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s141/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to maintain a national Job Corps program, carried out in partnership with States and communities, to assist eligible youth who need and can benefit from an intensive program, operated in a group setting in residential and nonresidential centers, to become more responsible, employable, and productive citizens;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s141/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to set forth standards and procedures for selecting individuals as enrollees in the Job Corps;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s141/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to authorize the establishment of Job Corps centers in which enrollees will participate in intensive programs of activities described in this subtitle; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s141/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to prescribe various other powers, duties, and responsibilities incident to the operation and continuing development of the Job Corps.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142" styleType="OLC" role="definitions"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="142">SEC. 142. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2882">29 U.S.C. 2882</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DEFINITIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this subtitle:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicable local board.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">applicable local board</term>” means a local board—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that provides information for a Job Corps center on local employment opportunities and the job skills needed to obtain the opportunities; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that serves communities in which the graduates of the Job Corps center seek employment.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicable one-stop center.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">applicable one-stop center</term>” means a one-stop customer service center that provides services, such as referral, intake, recruitment, and placement, to a Job Corps center.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Enrollee.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">enrollee</term>” means an individual who has voluntarily applied for, been selected for, and enrolled in the Job Corps program, and remains with the program, but has not yet become a graduate.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Former enrollee.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">former enrollee</term>” means an individual who has voluntarily applied for, been selected for, and enrolled in the Job Corps program, but left the program before completing the requirements of a vocational training program, or receiving a secondary school diploma or recognized equivalent, as a result of participation in the Job Corps program.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Graduate.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">graduate</term>” means an individual who has voluntarily applied for, been selected for, and enrolled in the Job Corps program and has completed the requirements of a vocational training program, or received a secondary school diploma or recognized equivalent, as a result of participation in the Job Corps program.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Job corps.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Job Corps</term>” means the Job Corps described in section 143.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Job corps center.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Job Corps center</term>” means a center described in section 147.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Operator.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">operator</term>” means an entity selected under this subtitle to operate a Job Corps center.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142/9" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Region.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">region</term>” means an area served by a regional office of the Employment and Training Administration.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s142/10" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="10">(10) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Service provider.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">service provider</term>” means an entity selected under this subtitle to provide services described in this subtitle to a Job Corps center.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s143" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="143">SEC. 143. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2883">29 U.S.C. 2883</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ESTABLISHMENT. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">There shall be within the Department of Labor a “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Job Corps</quotedText>”.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s144" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="144">SEC. 144. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2884">29 U.S.C. 2884</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">INDIVIDUALS ELIGIBLE FOR THE JOB CORPS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be eligible to become an enrollee, an individual shall be—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s144/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">not less than age 16 and not more than age 21 on the date of enrollment, except that—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s144/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not more than 20 percent of the individuals enrolled in the Job Corps may be not less than age 22 and not more than age 24 on the date of enrollment; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s144/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">either such maximum age limitation may be waived by the Secretary, in accordance with regulations of the Secretary, in the case of an individual with a disability;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s144/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a low-income individual; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s144/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">an individual who is one or more of the following:</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s144/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Basic skills deficient.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s144/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A school dropout.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s144/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Homeless, a runaway, or a foster child.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s144/3/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A parent.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s144/3/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An individual who requires additional education, vocational training, or intensive counseling and related assistance, in order to participate successfully in regular schoolwork or to secure and hold employment.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="145">SEC. 145. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2885">29 U.S.C. 2885</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">RECRUITMENT, SCREENING, SELECTION, AND ASSIGNMENT OF ENROLLEES. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Standards and Procedures.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall prescribe specific standards and procedures for the recruitment, screening, and selection of eligible applicants for the Job Corps, after considering recommendations from the Governors, local boards, and other interested parties.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Methods.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In prescribing standards and procedures under paragraph (1), the Secretary, at a minimum, shall—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">prescribe procedures for informing enrollees that drug tests will be administered to the enrollees and the results received within 45 days after the enrollees enroll in the Job Corps;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">establish standards for recruitment of Job Corps applicants;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">establish standards and procedures for—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/2/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">determining, for each applicant, whether the educational and vocational needs of the applicant can best be met through the Job Corps program or an alternative program in the community in which the applicant resides; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/2/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">obtaining from each applicant pertinent data relating to background, needs, and interests for determining eligibility and potential assignment;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">where appropriate, take measures to improve the professional capability of the individuals conducting screening of the applicants; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/2/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assure that an appropriate number of enrollees are from rural areas.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Implementation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">To the extent practicable, the <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />standards and procedures shall be implemented through arrangements with—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">applicable one-stop centers;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">community action agencies, business organizations, and labor organizations; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">agencies and individuals that have contact with youth over substantial periods of time and are able to offer reliable information about the needs and problems of youth.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The standards and procedures shall provide for necessary consultation with individuals and organizations, including court, probation, parole, law enforcement, education, welfare, and medical authorities and advisers.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/a/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reimbursement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary is authorized to enter into contracts with and make payments to individuals and organizations for the cost of conducting recruitment, screening, and selection of eligible applicants for the Job Corps, as provided for in this section. The Secretary shall make no payment to any individual or organization solely as compensation for referring the names of applicants for the Job Corps.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Special Limitations on Selection.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">No individual shall be selected as an enrollee unless the individual or organization implementing the standards and procedures described in subsection (a) determines that—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">there is a reasonable expectation that the individual considered for selection can participate successfully in group situations and activities, and is not likely to engage in behavior that would prevent other enrollees from receiving the benefit of the Job Corps program or be incompatible with the maintenance of sound discipline and satisfactory relationships between the Job Corps center to which the individual might be assigned and communities surrounding the Job Corps center;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the individual manifests a basic understanding of both the rules to which the individual will be subject and of the consequences of failure to observe the rules; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/b/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the individual has passed a background check conducted in accordance with procedures established by the Secretary.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Individuals on probation, parole, or supervised release.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An individual on probation, parole, or supervised release may be selected as an enrollee only if release from the supervision of the probation or parole official involved is satisfactory to the official and the Secretary and does not violate applicable laws (including regulations). No individual shall be denied a position in the Job Corps solely on the basis of individual contact with the criminal justice system.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Assignment Plan.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Every 2 years, the Secretary shall develop and implement an assignment plan for assigning enrollees to Job Corps centers. In developing the plan, the Secretary shall, based on the analysis described in paragraph (2), establish targets, applicable to each Job Corps center, for—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/c/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the maximum attainable percentage of enrollees at the Job Corps center that reside in the State in which the center is located; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/c/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the maximum attainable percentage of enrollees at the Job Corps center that reside in the region in which the center is located, and in surrounding regions.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Analysis.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to develop the plan described in paragraph (1), the Secretary shall, every 2 years, analyze, for the Job Corps center—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the size of the population of individuals eligible to participate in Job Corps in the State and region in which the Job Corps center is located, and in surrounding regions;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the relative demand for participation in the Job Corps in the State and region, and in surrounding regions; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/c/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the capacity and utilization of the Job Corps center, including services provided through the center.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Assignment of Individual Enrollees.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">After an individual has been selected for the Job Corps in accordance with the standards and procedures of the Secretary under subsection (a), the enrollee shall be assigned to the Job Corps center that is closest to the home of the enrollee, except that the Secretary may waive this requirement if—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/d/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the enrollee chooses a vocational training program, or requires an English literacy program, that is not available at such center;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/d/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the enrollee would be unduly delayed in participating in the Job Corps program because the closest center is operating at full capacity; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/d/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the parent or guardian of the enrollee requests assignment of the enrollee to another Job Corps center due to circumstances in the community of the enrollee that would impair prospects for successful participation in the Job Corps program.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s145/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Enrollees who are younger than 18.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An enrollee who is younger than 18 shall not be assigned to a Job Corps center other than the center closest to the home of the enrollee pursuant to paragraph (1) if the parent or guardian of the enrollee objects to the assignment.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s146" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="146">SEC. 146. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2886">29 U.S.C. 2886</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ENROLLMENT. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s146/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Relationship Between Enrollment and Military Obligations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Enrollment in the Job Corps shall not relieve any individual of obligations under the Military Selective Service Act (50 U.S.C. App. 451 et seq.).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s146/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Period of Enrollment.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">No individual may be enrolled in the Job Corps for more than 2 years, except—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s146/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in a case in which completion of an advanced career training program under section 148(c) would require an individual to participate in the Job Corps for not more than one additional year; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s146/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">as the Secretary may authorize in a special case.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="147">SEC. 147. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2887">29 U.S.C. 2887</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">JOB CORPS CENTERS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Operators and Service Providers.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible entities.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Operators.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall enter into an agreement with a Federal, State, or local agency, an area vocational education school or residential vocational school, or a private organization, for the operation of each Job Corps center.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Providers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may enter into an agreement with a local entity to provide activities described in this subtitle to the Job Corps center.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Selection process.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Competitive basis.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subsections (c) and (d) of section 303 of the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949 (41 U.S.C. 253), the Secretary shall select on a competitive basis an entity to operate a Job Corps center and entities to provide activities described in this subtitle to the Job Corps center. In developing a solicitation for an operator or service provider, the Secretary shall consult with the Governor of the State in which the center is located, the industry council for the Job Corps center (if established), and the applicable local board regarding the contents of such solicitation, including elements that will promote the consistency of the activities carried out through the center with the objectives set forth in the State plan or in a local plan.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Recommendations and considerations.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Operators.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In selecting an entity to operate a Job Corps center, the Secretary shall consider—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a/2/B/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the ability of the entity to coordinate the activities carried out through the Job Corps center with activities carried out under the appropriate State plan and local plans;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a/2/B/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the degree to which the vocational training that the entity proposes for the center reflects local employment opportunities in the local areas in which enrollees at the center intend to seek employment;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a/2/B/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the degree to which the entity is familiar with the surrounding communities, applicable one-stop centers, and the State and region in which the center is located; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a/2/B/i/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the past performance of the entity, if any, relating to operating or providing activities described in this subtitle to a Job Corps center.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/a/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Providers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In selecting a service provider for a Job Corps center, the Secretary shall consider the factors described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (i), as appropriate.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Character and Activities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Job Corps centers may be residential or nonresidential in character, and shall be designed and operated so as to provide enrollees, in a well-supervised setting, with access to activities described in this subtitle. In any year, no more than 20 percent of the individuals enrolled in the Job Corps may be nonresidential participants in the Job Corps.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Civilian Conservation Centers.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Job Corps centers may include Civilian Conservation Centers operated under agreements with the Secretary of Agriculture or the Secretary of the Interior, located primarily in rural areas, which shall provide, in addition to other vocational training and assistance, programs of work experience to conserve, develop, or manage public natural resources or public recreational areas or to develop community projects in the public interest.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Selection process.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may select an entity to operate a Civilian Conservation Center on a competitive basis, as provided in subsection (a), if the center fails to meet such national performance standards as the Secretary shall establish.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Indian Tribes.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">General authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may enter into agreements with Indian tribes to operate Job Corps centers for Indians.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s147/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this subsection, the terms “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Indian</term>” and “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Indian tribe</quotedText>”, have the meanings given such terms in subsections (d) and (e), respectively, of section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450b).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="148">SEC. 148. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2888">29 U.S.C. 2888</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PROGRAM ACTIVITIES. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Activities Provided by Job Corps Centers.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each Job Corps center shall provide enrollees with an intensive, well organized, and fully supervised program of education, vocational training, work experience, recreational activities, physical rehabilitation and development, and counseling. Each Job Corps center shall provide enrollees assigned to the center with access to core services described in section 134(d)(2) and the intensive services described in section 134(d)(3).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Relationship to opportunities.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/a/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The activities provided under this subsection shall provide work-based learning throughout the enrollment of the enrollees and assist the enrollees in obtaining meaningful unsubsidized employment, participating in secondary education or postsecondary education programs, enrolling in other suitable vocational training programs, or satisfying Armed Forces requirements, on completion of their enrollment.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/a/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Link to employment opportunities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The vocational training provided shall be linked to the employment opportunities in the local area in which the enrollee intends to seek employment after graduation.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Education and Vocational Training.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may arrange for education and vocational training of enrollees through local public or private educational agencies, vocational educational institutions, or technical institutes, whenever such entities provide education and training substantially equivalent in cost and quality to that which the Secretary could provide through other means.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Advanced Career Training Programs.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may arrange for programs of advanced career training for selected enrollees in which the enrollees may continue to participate for a period of not to exceed 1 year in addition to the period of participation to which the enrollees would otherwise be limited. The advanced career training may be provided through the eligible providers of training services identified under section 122.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Benefits.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">During the period of participation in an advanced career training program, an enrollee shall be eligible for full Job Corps benefits, or a monthly stipend equal to the average value of the residential support, food, allowances, and other benefits provided to enrollees assigned to residential Job Corps centers.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Calculation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The total amount for which an enrollee shall be eligible under subparagraph (A) shall be reduced by the amount of any scholarship or other educational grant assistance received by such enrollee for advanced career training.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Demonstration.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each year, any operator seeking to enroll additional enrollees in an advanced career training program shall demonstrate that participants in such program have achieved a satisfactory rate of completion and placement in training-related jobs before the operator may carry out such additional enrollment.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Continued Services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall also provide continued services to graduates, including providing counseling regarding the workplace for 12 months after the date of graduation of the graduates. In selecting a provider for such services, the Secretary shall give priority to one-stop partners.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s148/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Child Care.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall, to the extent practicable, provide child care at or near Job Corps centers, for individuals who require child care for their children in order to participate in the Job Corps.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s149" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="149">SEC. 149. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2889">29 U.S.C. 2889</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">COUNSELING AND JOB PLACEMENT. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s149/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Counseling and Testing.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall arrange for counseling and testing for each enrollee at regular intervals to measure progress in the education and vocational training programs carried out through the Job Corps.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s149/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Placement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall arrange for counseling and testing for enrollees prior to their scheduled graduations to determine their capabilities and, based on their capabilities, shall make every effort to arrange to place the enrollees in jobs in the vocations for which the enrollees are trained or to assist the enrollees in obtaining further activities described in this subtitle. In arranging for the placement of graduates in jobs, the Secretary shall utilize the one-stop delivery system to the fullest extent possible.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s149/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Status and Progress.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall determine the status and progress of enrollees scheduled for graduation and make every effort to assure that their needs for further activities described in this subtitle are met.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s149/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Services to Former Enrollees.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may provide such services as the Secretary determines to be appropriate under this subtitle to former enrollees.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s150" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="150">SEC. 150. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2890">29 U.S.C. 2890</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">SUPPORT. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s150/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Personal Allowances.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may provide enrollees assigned to Job Corps centers with such personal allowances as the Secretary may determine to be necessary or appropriate to meet the needs of the enrollees.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s150/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Readjustment Allowances.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s150/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Graduates.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall arrange for a readjustment allowance to be paid to graduates. The Secretary shall arrange for the allowance to be paid at the one-stop center nearest to the home of the graduate who is returning home, or at the one-stop center nearest to the location where the graduate has indicated an intent to seek employment. If the Secretary uses any organization, in lieu of a one-stop center, to provide placement services under this Act, the Secretary shall arrange for that organization to pay the readjustment allowance.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s150/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Former enrollees.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may provide for a readjustment allowance to be paid to former enrollees. The provision of the readjustment allowance shall be subject to the same requirements as are applicable to the provision of the readjustment allowance paid to graduates under paragraph (1).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s151" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="151">SEC. 151. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2891">29 U.S.C. 2891</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">OPERATING PLAN. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s151/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The provisions of the contract between the Secretary and an entity selected to operate a Job Corps center shall, at a minimum, serve as an operating plan for the Job Corps center.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s151/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional Information.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may require the operator, in order to remain eligible to operate the Job Corps center, to submit such additional information as the Secretary may require, which shall be considered part of the operating plan.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s151/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall make the operating plan described in subsections (a) and (b), excluding any proprietary information, available to the public.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s152" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="152">SEC. 152. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2892">29 U.S.C. 2892</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STANDARDS OF CONDUCT. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s152/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Provision and Enforcement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall provide, and directors of Job Corps centers shall stringently enforce, standards of conduct within the centers. Such standards of conduct shall include provisions forbidding the actions described in subsection (b)(2)(A).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s152/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Disciplinary Measures.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s152/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To promote the proper moral and disciplinary conditions in the Job Corps, the directors of Job Corps centers shall take appropriate disciplinary measures against enrollees. If such a director determines that an enrollee has committed a violation of the standards of conduct, the director shall dismiss the enrollee from the Job Corps if the director determines that the retention of the enrollee in the Job Corps will jeopardize the enforcement of such standards or diminish the opportunities of other enrollees.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s152/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Zero tolerance policy and drug testing.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s152/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Guidelines.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall adopt guidelines establishing a zero tolerance policy for an act of violence, for use, sale, or possession of a controlled substance, for abuse of alcohol, or for other illegal or disruptive activity.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s152/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Drug testing.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall require drug testing of all enrollees for controlled substances in accordance with procedures prescribed by the Secretary under section 145(a).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s152/b/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this paragraph:</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s152/b/2/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Controlled substance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">controlled substance</term>” has the meaning given the term in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802).</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s152/b/2/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Zero tolerance policy.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">zero tolerance policy</term>” means a policy under which an enrollee shall be automatically dismissed from the Job Corps after a determination by the director that the enrollee has carried out an action described in subparagraph (A).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s152/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appeal.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A disciplinary measure taken by a director under this section shall be subject to expeditious appeal in accordance with procedures established by the Secretary.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s153" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="153">SEC. 153. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2893">29 U.S.C. 2893</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s153/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Business and Community Liaison.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each Job Corps center shall have a Business and Community Liaison (referred to in this Act as a “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Liaison</quotedText>”), designated by the director of the center.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s153/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Responsibilities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The responsibilities of the Liaison shall include—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s153/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">establishing and developing relationships and networks with—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s153/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">local and distant employers; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s153/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">applicable one-stop centers and applicable local boards,</content> </subparagraph><continuation style="-uslm-dtd:continuation-text" role="paragraph">for the purpose of providing job opportunities for Job Corps graduates; and</continuation> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s153/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">establishing and developing relationships with members of the community in which the Job Corps center is located, informing members of the community about the projects of the Job Corps center and changes in the rules, procedures, or activities of the center that may affect the community, and planning events of mutual interest to the community and the Job Corps center.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s153/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">New Centers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Liaison for a Job Corps center that is not yet operating shall establish and develop the relationships and networks described in subsection (b) at least 3 months prior to the date on which the center accepts the first enrollee at the center.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="154">SEC. 154. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2894">29 U.S.C. 2894</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">INDUSTRY COUNCILS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each Job Corps center shall have an industry council, appointed by the director of the center after consultation with the Liaison, in accordance with procedures established by the Secretary.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Industry Council Composition.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">An industry council shall be comprised of—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a majority of members who shall be local and distant owners of business concerns, chief executives or chief operating officers of nongovernmental employers, or other private sector employers, who—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/b/1/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">have substantial management, hiring, or policy responsibility; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/b/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">represent businesses with employment opportunities that reflect the employment opportunities of the applicable local area;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of labor organizations (where present) and representatives of employees; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/b/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">enrollees and graduates of the Job Corps.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local board.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The industry council may include members of the applicable local boards who meet the requirements described in paragraph (1).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Responsibilities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The responsibilities of the industry <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />council shall be—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to work closely with all applicable local boards in order to determine, and recommend to the Secretary, appropriate vocational training for the center;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">to review all the relevant labor market information to—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">determine the employment opportunities in the local areas in which the enrollees intend to seek employment after graduation;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">determine the skills and education that are necessary to obtain the employment opportunities; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/c/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">recommend to the Secretary the type of vocational training that should be implemented at the center to enable the enrollees to obtain the employment opportunities; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to meet at least once every 6 months to reevaluate the labor market information, and other relevant information, to determine, and recommend to the Secretary, any necessary changes in the vocational training provided at the center.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s154/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">New Centers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The industry council for a Job Corps center that is not yet operating shall carry out the responsibilities described in subsection (c) at least 3 months prior to the date on which the center accepts the first enrollee at the center.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s155" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="155">SEC. 155. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2895">29 U.S.C. 2895</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ADVISORY COMMITTEES. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">The Secretary may establish and use advisory committees in connection with the operation of the Job Corps program, and the operation of Job Corps centers, whenever the Secretary determines that the availability of outside advice and counsel on a regular basis would be of substantial benefit in identifying and overcoming problems, in planning program or center development, or in strengthening relationships between the Job Corps and agencies, institutions, or groups engaged in related activities.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s156" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="156">SEC. 156. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2896">29 U.S.C. 2896</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">EXPERIMENTAL, RESEARCH, AND DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">The Secretary may carry out experimental, research, or demonstration projects relating to carrying out the Job Corps program and may waive any provisions of this subtitle that the Secretary finds would prevent the Secretary from carrying out the projects.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s157" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="157">SEC. 157. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2897">29 U.S.C. 2897</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">APPLICATION OF PROVISIONS OF FEDERAL LAW. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s157/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Enrollees Not Considered To Be Federal Employees.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s157/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as otherwise provided in this subsection and in section 8143(a) of title 5, United States Code, enrollees shall not be considered to be Federal employees and shall not be subject to the provisions of law relating to Federal employment, including such provisions regarding hours of work, rates of compensation, leave, unemployment compensation, and Federal employee benefits.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s157/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Provisions relating to taxes and social security benefits.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and title II of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.), enrollees shall be deemed to be employees of the United States and any service performed by an individual as an enrollee shall be deemed to be performed in the employ of the United States.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s157/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Provisions relating to compensation to federal employees for work injuries.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of subchapter I of chapter 81 of title 5, United States Code (relating to compensation to Federal employees for work injuries), enrollees shall be deemed to be civil employees of the Government of the United States within the meaning of the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">employee</term>” as defined in section 8101 of title 5, United States Code, and the provisions of such subchapter shall apply as specified in section 8143(a) of title 5, United States Code.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s157/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Federal tort claims provisions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of the Federal tort claims provisions in title 28, United States Code, enrollees shall be considered to be employees of the Government.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s157/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adjustments and Settlements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Whenever the Secretary finds a claim for damages to a person or property resulting from the operation of the Job Corps to be a proper charge against the United States, and the claim is not cognizable under section 2672 of title 28, United States Code, the Secretary may adjust and settle the claim in an amount not exceeding $1,500.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s157/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Personnel of the Uniformed Services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Personnel of the uniformed services who are detailed or assigned to duty in the performance of agreements made by the Secretary for the support of the Job Corps shall not be counted in computing strength under any law limiting the strength of such services or in computing the percentage authorized by law for any grade in such services.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s158" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="158">SEC. 158. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2898">29 U.S.C. 2898</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">SPECIAL PROVISIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s158/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Enrollment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall ensure that women and men have an equal opportunity to participate in the Job Corps program, consistent with section 145.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s158/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Studies, Evaluations, Proposals, and Data.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall assure that all studies, evaluations, proposals, and data produced or developed with Federal funds in the course of carrying out the Job Corps program shall become the property of the United States.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s158/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Transfer of Property.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s158/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding title II of the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949 (40 U.S.C. 481 et seq.) and any other provision of law, the Secretary and the Secretary of Education shall receive priority by the Secretary of Defense for the direct transfer, on a nonreimbursable basis, of the property described in paragraph (2) for use in carrying out programs under this Act or under any other Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s158/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Property.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The property described in this paragraph is real and personal property under the control of the Department of Defense that is not used by such Department, including property that the Secretary of Defense determines is in excess of current and projected requirements of such Department.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s158/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Gross Receipts.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Transactions conducted by a private for-profit or nonprofit entity that is an operator or service provider for a Job Corps center shall not be considered to be generating gross receipts. Such an operator or service provider shall not be liable, directly or indirectly, to any State or subdivision of a State (nor to any person acting on behalf of such a State or subdivision) for any gross receipts taxes, business privilege taxes measured by gross receipts, or any similar taxes imposed on, or measured by, gross receipts in connection with any payments made to or by such entity for operating or providing services to a Job Corps center. Such an operator or service provider shall not be liable to any State or subdivision of a State to collect or pay any sales, excise, use, or similar tax imposed on the sale to or use by such operator or service provider of any property, service, or other item in connection with the operation of or provision of services to a Job Corps center.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s158/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Management Fee.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall provide each operator and (in an appropriate case, as determined by the Secretary) service provider with an equitable and negotiated management fee of not less than 1 percent of the amount of the funding provided under the appropriate agreement specified in section 147.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s158/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Donations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may accept on behalf of the Job Corps or individual Job Corps centers charitable donations of cash or other assistance, including equipment and materials, if such donations are available for appropriate use for the purposes set forth in this subtitle.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s158/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Sale of Property.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law, if the Administrator of General Services sells a Job Corps center facility, the Administrator shall transfer the proceeds from the sale to the Secretary, who shall use the proceeds to carry out the Job Corps program.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="159">SEC. 159. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2899">29 U.S.C. 2899</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">MANAGEMENT INFORMATION. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Financial Management Information System.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall establish procedures to ensure that each operator, and each service provider, maintains a financial management information system that will provide—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/a/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">accurate, complete, and current disclosures of the costs of Job Corps operations; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/a/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">sufficient data for the effective evaluation of activities carried out through the Job Corps program.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Accounts.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each operator and service provider shall maintain funds received under this subtitle in accounts in a manner that ensures timely and accurate reporting as required by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Fiscal responsibility.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Operators shall remain fiscally responsible and control costs, regardless of whether the funds made available for Job Corps centers are incrementally increased or decreased between fiscal years.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Audit.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Access.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary, the Inspector General of the Department of Labor, the Comptroller General of the United States, and any of their duly authorized representatives, shall have access to any books, documents, papers, and records of the operators and service providers described in subsection (a) that are pertinent to the Job Corps program, for purposes of conducting surveys, audits, and evaluations of the operators and service providers.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Surveys, audits, and evaluations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall survey, audit, or evaluate, or arrange for the survey, audit, or evaluation of, the operators and service providers, using Federal auditors or independent public accountants. The Secretary shall conduct such surveys, audits, or evaluations not less often than once every 3 years.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Information on Indicators of Performance.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall, with continuity and consistency from year to year, establish indicators of performance, and expected levels of performance for Job Corps centers and the Job Corps program, relating to—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of graduates and the rate of such graduation, analyzed by type of vocational training received through the Job Corps program and by whether the vocational training was provided by a local or national service provider;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of graduates who entered unsubsidized employment related to the vocational training received through the Job Corps program and the number who entered unsubsidized employment not related to the vocational training received, analyzed by whether the vocational training was provided by a local or national service provider and by whether the placement in the employment was conducted by a local or national service provider;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the average wage received by graduates who entered unsubsidized employment related to the vocational training received through the Job Corps program and the average wage received by graduates who entered unsubsidized employment unrelated to the vocational training received;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the average wage received by graduates placed in unsubsidized employment after completion of the Job Corps program—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/D/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">on the first day of the employment;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/D/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">6 months after the first day of the employment; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/D/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">12 months after the first day of the employment,</content> </clause><continuation style="-uslm-dtd:continuation-text" role="subparagraph">analyzed by type of vocational training received through the Job Corps program;</continuation> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of graduates who entered unsubsidized employment and were retained in the unsubsidized employment—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/E/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">6 months after the first day of the employment; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/E/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">12 months after the first day of the employment;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of graduates who entered unsubsidized employment—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/F/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for 32 hours per week or more;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/F/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for not less than 20 but less than 32 hours per week; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/F/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for less than 20 hours per week;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of graduates who entered postsecondary education or advanced training programs, including apprenticeship programs, as appropriate; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/1/H" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of graduates who attained job readiness and employment skills.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Performance of recruiters.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall also establish performance measures, and expected performance levels on the performance measures, for local and national recruitment service providers serving the Job Corps program. The performance measures shall relate to the number of enrollees retained in the Job Corps program for 30 days and for 60 days after initial placement in the program.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall collect, and annually submit a report to the appropriate committees of Congress containing, information on the performance of each Job Corps center, and the Job Corps program, on the core performance measures, as compared to the expected performance level for each performance measure. The report shall also contain information on the performance of the service providers described in paragraph (2) on the performance measures established under such paragraph, as compared to the expected performance levels for the performance measures.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional Information.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall also collect, and submit in the report described in subsection (c), information on the performance of each Job Corps center, and the Job Corps program, regarding—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of enrollees served;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the average level of learning gains for graduates and former enrollees;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of former enrollees and graduates who entered the Armed Forces;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/d/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of former enrollees who entered postsecondary education;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/d/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of former enrollees who entered unsubsidized employment related to the vocational training received through the Job Corps program and the number who entered unsubsidized employment not related to the vocational training received;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/d/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of former enrollees and graduates who obtained a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/d/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number and percentage of dropouts from the Job Corps program including the number dismissed under the zero tolerance policy described in section 152(b); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/d/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any additional information required by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Methods.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may collect the information described in subsections (c) and (d) using methods described in section 136(f)(2) consistent with State law.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Performance Assessments and Improvements.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Assessments.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall conduct an annual assessment of the performance of each Job Corps center. Based on the assessment, the Secretary shall take measures to continuously improve the performance of the Job Corps program.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Performance improvement plans.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">With respect to a Job Corps center that fails to meet the expected levels of performance relating to the core performance measures specified in subsection (c), the Secretary shall develop and implement a performance improvement plan. Such a plan shall require action including—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/f/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">providing technical assistance to the center;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/f/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">changing the vocational training offered at the center;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/f/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">changing the management staff of the center;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/f/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">replacing the operator of the center;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/f/2/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">reducing the capacity of the center;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/f/2/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">relocating the center; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/f/2/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">closing the center.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/f/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional performance improvement plans.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In addition to the performance improvement plans required under paragraph (2), the Secretary may develop and implement additional performance improvement plans. Such a plan shall require improvements, including the actions described in paragraph (2), for a Job Corps center that fails to meet criteria established by the Secretary other than the expected levels of performance described in paragraph (2).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Closure of Job Corps Center.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Prior to the closure of any Job Corps center, the Secretary shall ensure—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/g/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that the proposed decision to close the center is announced in advance to the general public through publication in the Federal Register or other appropriate means;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/g/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the establishment of a reasonable comment period, not to exceed 30 days, for interested individuals to submit written comments to the Secretary; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s159/g/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that the Member of Congress who represents the district in which such center is located is notified within a reasonable period of time in advance of any final decision to close the center.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s160" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="160">SEC. 160. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2900">29 U.S.C. 2900</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">GENERAL PROVISIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary is authorized to—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s160/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">disseminate, with regard to the provisions of section 3204 of title 39, United States Code, data and information in such forms as the Secretary shall determine to be appropriate, to public agencies, private organizations, and the general public;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s160/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">subject to section 157(b), collect or compromise all obligations to or held by the Secretary and exercise all legal or equitable rights accruing to the Secretary in connection with the payment of obligations until such time as such obligations may be referred to the Attorney General for suit or collection; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s160/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">expend funds made available for purposes of this subtitle—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s160/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for printing and binding, in accordance with applicable law (including regulation); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s160/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">without regard to any other law (including regulation), for rent of buildings and space in buildings and for repair, alteration, and improvement of buildings and space in buildings rented by the Secretary, except that the Secretary shall not expend funds under the authority of this subparagraph—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s160/3/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">except when necessary to obtain an item, service, or facility, that is required in the proper administration of this subtitle, and that otherwise could not be obtained, or could not be obtained in the quantity or quality needed, or at the time, in the form, or under the conditions in which the item, service, or facility is needed; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s160/3/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">prior to having given written notification to the Administrator of General Services (if the expenditure would affect an activity that otherwise would be under the jurisdiction of the General Services Administration) of the intention of the Secretary to make the expenditure, and the reasons and justifications for the expenditure.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stC/s161" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="161">SEC. 161. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2901">29 U.S.C. 2901</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subtitle such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 1999 through 2003.</content> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-dtd:subtitle" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">Subtitle D—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">National Programs </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="166">SEC. 166. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2911">29 U.S.C. 2911</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">NATIVE AMERICAN PROGRAMS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Purpose.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The purpose of this section is to support employment and training activities for Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian individuals in order—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/a/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to develop more fully the academic, occupational, and literacy skills of such individuals;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/a/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to make such individuals more competitive in the workforce; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/a/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to promote the economic and social development of Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities in accordance with the goals and values of such communities.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Indian policy.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">All programs assisted under this section shall be administered in a manner consistent with the principles of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450 et seq.) and the government-to-government relationship between the Federal Government and Indian tribal governments.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">As used in this section:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Alaska native.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Alaska Native</term>” means a Native as such term is defined in section 3(b) of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (43 U.S.C. 1602(b)).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Indian, indian tribe, and tribal organization.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The terms “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Indian</term>”, “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Indian tribe</quotedText>”, and “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">tribal organization</quotedText>” have the meanings given such terms in subsections (d), (e), and (l), respectively, of section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450b).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Native hawaiian and native hawaiian organization.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The terms “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Native Hawaiian</term>” and “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Native Hawaiian organization</quotedText>” have the meanings given such terms in section 7207 of the Native Hawaiian Education Act.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Program Authorized.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall, on a competitive basis, make grants to, or enter into contracts or cooperative agreements with, Indian tribes, tribal organizations, Alaska Native entities, Indian-controlled organizations serving Indians, or Native Hawaiian organizations to carry out the authorized activities described in subsection (d).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The competition for grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements conducted under paragraph (1) shall be conducted every 2 years, except that if a recipient of such a grant, contract, or agreement has performed satisfactorily, the Secretary may waive the requirements for such competition on receipt from the recipient of a satisfactory 2-year program plan for the succeeding 2-year period of the grant, contract, or agreement.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authorized Activities.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds made available under subsection (c) shall be used to carry out the activities described in paragraph (2) that—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/d/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">are consistent with this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/d/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">are necessary to meet the needs of Indians or Native Hawaiians preparing to enter, reenter, or retain unsubsidized employment.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Workforce investment activities and supplemental services.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/d/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds made available under subsection (c) shall be used for—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/d/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">comprehensive workforce investment activities for Indians or Native Hawaiians; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/d/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">supplemental services for Indian or Native Hawaiian youth on or near Indian reservations and in Oklahoma, Alaska, or Hawaii.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/d/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Special rule.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, individuals who were eligible to participate in programs under section 401 of the Job Training Partnership Act (29 U.S.C. 1671) (as such section was in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) shall be eligible to participate in an activity assisted under this section.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Program Plan.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to receive a grant or enter into a contract or cooperative agreement under this section an entity described in subsection (c) shall submit to the Secretary a program plan that describes a 2-year strategy for meeting the needs of Indian, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian individuals, as appropriate, in the area served by such entity. Such plan shall—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be consistent with the purpose of this section;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">identify the population to be served;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/e/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">identify the education and employment needs of the population to be served and the manner in which the activities to be provided will strengthen the ability of the individuals served to obtain or retain unsubsidized employment;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/e/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">describe the activities to be provided and the manner in which such activities are to be integrated with other appropriate activities; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/e/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">describe, after the entity submitting the plan consults with the Secretary, the performance measures to be used to assess the performance of entities in carrying out the activities assisted under this section.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consolidation of Funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each entity receiving assistance under subsection (c) may consolidate such assistance with assistance received from related programs in accordance with the provisions of the Indian Employment, Training and Related Services Demonstration Act of 1992 (25 U.S.C. 3401 et seq.).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Nonduplicative and Nonexclusive Services.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this section shall be construed—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/g/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to limit the eligibility of any entity described in subsection (c) to participate in any activity offered by a State or local entity under this Act; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/g/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to preclude or discourage any agreement, between any entity described in subsection (c) and any State or local entity, to facilitate the provision of services by such entity or to the population served by such entity.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="h">(h) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administrative Provisions.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Organizational unit established.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall designate a single organizational unit within the Department of Labor that shall have primary responsibility for the administration of the activities authorized under this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Regulations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall consult with the entities described in subsection (c) in—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">establishing regulations to carry out this section, including performance measures for entities receiving assistance under such subsection, taking into account the economic circumstances of such entities; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">developing a funding distribution plan that takes into consideration previous levels of funding (prior to the date of enactment of this Act) to such entities.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Waivers.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">With respect to an entity described in subsection (c), the Secretary, notwithstanding any other provision of law, may, pursuant to a request submitted by such entity that meets the requirements established under subparagraph (B), waive any of the statutory or regulatory requirements of this title that are inconsistent with the specific needs of the entities described in such subsection, except that the Secretary may not waive requirements relating to wage and labor standards, worker rights, participation and protection of workers and participants, grievance procedures, and judicial review.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Request and approval.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An entity described in subsection (c) that requests a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit a plan to the Secretary to improve the program of workforce investment activities carried out by the entity, which plan shall meet the requirements established by the Secretary and shall be generally consistent with the requirements of section 189(i)(4)(B).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Advisory council.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Using funds made available to carry out this section, the Secretary shall establish a Native American Employment and Training Council to facilitate the consultation described in paragraph (2).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Composition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Council shall be composed of individuals, appointed by the Secretary, who are representatives of the entities described in subsection (c).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/4/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Duties.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Council shall advise the Secretary on all aspects of the operation and administration of the programs assisted under this section, including the selection of the individual appointed as the head of the unit established under paragraph (1).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/4/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Personnel matters.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/4/D/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Compensation of members.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Members of the Council shall serve without compensation.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/4/D/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Travel expenses.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The members of the Council shall be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, at rates authorized for employees of agencies under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code, while away from their homes or regular places of business in the performance of services for the Council.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/4/D/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administrative support.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall provide the Council with such administrative support as may be necessary to perform the functions of the Council.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/4/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Chairperson.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Council shall select a chairperson from among its members.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/4/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Meetings.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Council shall meet not less than twice each year.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/4/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 14 of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to the Council.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Technical assistance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary, acting through the unit established under paragraph (1), is authorized to provide technical assistance to entities described in subsection (c) that receive assistance under subsection (c) to enable such entities to improve the activities authorized under this section that are provided by such entities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/h/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Agreement for certain federally recognized indian tribes to transfer funds to the program.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A federally recognized Indian tribe that administers funds provided under this section and funds provided by more than one State under other sections of this title may enter into an agreement with the Secretary and the Governors of the affected States to transfer the funds provided by the States to the program administered by the tribe under this section.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Compliance With Single Audit Requirements; Related Requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements entered into under this section shall be subject to the requirements of chapter 75 of subtitle V of title 31, United States Code (enacted by the Single Audit Act of 1984) and charging of costs under this section shall be subject to appropriate circulars issued by the Office of Management and Budget.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/j" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="j">(j) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Assistance to American Samoans in Hawaii.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/j/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary is authorized to provide assistance to American Samoans who reside in Hawaii for the co-location of federally funded and State-funded workforce investment activities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s166/j/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authorization of appropriations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There are authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 1999 such sums as may be necessary to carry out this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="167">SEC. 167. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2912">29 U.S.C. 2912</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">MIGRANT AND SEASONAL FARMWORKER PROGRAMS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Every 2 years, the Secretary shall, on a competitive basis, make grants to, or enter into contracts with, eligible entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (d).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible Entities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be eligible to receive a grant or enter into a contract under this section, an entity shall have an understanding of the problems of eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers (including dependents), a familiarity with the area to be served, and the ability to demonstrate a capacity to administer effectively a diversified program of workforce investment activities (including youth activities) and related assistance for eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Program Plan.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be eligible to receive a grant or enter into a contract under this section, an entity described in subsection (b) shall submit to the Secretary a plan that describes a 2-year strategy for meeting the needs of eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers in the area to be served by such entity.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such plan shall—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">identify the education and employment needs of the population to be served and the manner in which the services to be provided will strengthen the ability of the eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers and dependents to obtain or retain unsubsidized employment or stabilize their unsubsidized employment;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">describe the related assistance and supportive services to be provided and the manner in which such assistance and services are to be integrated and coordinated with other appropriate services; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/c/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">describe the indicators of performance to be used to assess the performance of such entity in carrying out the activities assisted under this section.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administration.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Grants and contracts awarded under this section shall be centrally administered by the Department of Labor and competitively awarded by the Secretary using procedures consistent with standard Federal Government competitive procurement policies.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Competition.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/c/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The competition for grants made and contracts entered into under this section shall be conducted every 2 years.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/c/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding subparagraph (A), if a recipient of such a grant or contract has performed satisfactorily under the terms of the grant agreement or contract, the Secretary may waive the requirement for such competition for such recipient upon receipt from the recipient of a satisfactory 2-year plan described in paragraph (1) for the succeeding 2-year grant or contract period. The Secretary may exercise the waiver authority of the preceding sentence not more than once during any 4-year period with respect to any single recipient.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authorized Activities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds made available under this section and section 127(b)(1)(A)(iii) shall be used to carry out workforce investment activities (including youth activities) and provide related assistance for eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers, which may include employment, training, educational assistance, literacy assistance, an English language program, worker safety training, housing, supportive services, dropout prevention activities, followup services for those individuals placed in employment, self-employment and related business enterprise development education as needed by eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers and identified pursuant to the plan required by subsection (c), and technical assistance relating to capacity enhancement in such areas as management information technology.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation With Governors and Local Boards.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In making grants and entering into contracts under this section, the Secretary shall consult with the Governors and local boards of the States in which the eligible entities will carry out the activities described in subsection (d).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Regulations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall consult with eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers groups and States in establishing regulations to carry out this section, including performance measures for eligible entities that take into account the economic circumstances and demographics of eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Compliance With Single Audit Requirements; Related Requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Grants and contracts entered into under this section shall be subject to the requirements of chapter 75 of subtitle V of title 31, United States Code (enacted by the Single Audit Act of 1984) and charging of costs under this section shall be subject to appropriate circulars issued by the Office of Management and Budget.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/h" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="h">(h) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/h/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Disadvantaged.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">disadvantaged</term>”, used with respect to a farmworker, means a farmworker whose income, for 12 consecutive months out of the 24 months prior to application for the program involved, does not exceed the higher of—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/h/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the poverty line (as defined in section 334(a)(2)(B)) for an equivalent period; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/h/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">70 percent of the lower living standard income level, for an equivalent period.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/h/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers</term>” means individuals who are eligible migrant farmworkers or are eligible seasonal farmworkers.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/h/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible migrant farmworker.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">eligible migrant farmworker</term>” means—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/h/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an eligible seasonal farmworker described in paragraph (4)(A) whose agricultural labor requires travel to a job site such that the farmworker is unable to return to a permanent place of residence within the same day; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/h/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a dependent of the farmworker described in subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/h/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible seasonal farmworker.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">eligible seasonal farmworker</term>” means—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/h/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a disadvantaged person who, for 12 consecutive months out of the 24 months prior to application for the program involved, has been primarily employed in agricultural labor that is characterized by chronic unemployment or underemployment; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s167/h/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a dependent of the person described in subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="168">SEC. 168. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2913">29 U.S.C. 2913</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">VETERANS' WORKFORCE INVESTMENT PROGRAMS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authorization.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall conduct, directly or through grants or contracts, programs to meet the needs for workforce investment activities of veterans with service-connected disabilities, veterans who have significant barriers to employment, veterans who served on active duty in the armed forces during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, and recently separated veterans.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conduct of programs.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Programs supported under this section may be conducted through grants and contracts with public agencies and private nonprofit organizations, including recipients of Federal assistance under other provisions of this title, that the Secretary determines have an understanding of the unemployment problems of veterans described in paragraph (1), familiarity with the area to be served, and the capability to administer effectively a program of workforce investment activities for such veterans.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Required activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Programs supported under this section shall include—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168/a/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">activities to enhance services provided to veterans by other providers of workforce investment activities funded by Federal, State, or local government;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168/a/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">activities to provide workforce investment activities to such veterans that are not adequately provided by other public providers of workforce investment activities; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168/a/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">outreach and public information activities to develop and promote maximum job and job training opportunities for such veterans and to inform such veterans about employment, job training, on-the-job training and educational opportunities under this title, under title 38, United States Code, and under other provisions of law, which activities shall be coordinated with activities provided through the one-stop centers described in section 134(c).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administration of Programs.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall administer programs supported under this section through the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment and Training.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional responsibilities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In carrying out responsibilities under this section, the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment and Training shall—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be responsible for the awarding of grants and contracts and the distribution of funds under this section and for the establishment of appropriate fiscal controls, accountability, and program performance measures for recipients of grants and contracts under this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s168/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">consult with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and take steps to ensure that programs supported under this section are coordinated, to the maximum extent feasible, with related programs and activities conducted under title 38, United States Code, including programs and activities conducted under chapter 63 of such title, chapters 30, 31, 32, and 34 of such title, and sections 1712A, 1720A, 3687, and 4103A of such title.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="169">SEC. 169. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2914">29 U.S.C. 2914</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">YOUTH OPPORTUNITY GRANTS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Grants.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Using funds made available under section 127(b)(1)(A), the Secretary shall make grants to eligible local boards and eligible entities described in subsection (d) to provide activities described in subsection (b) for youth to increase the long-term employment of youth who live in empowerment zones, enterprise communities, and high poverty areas and who seek assistance.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">youth</term>” means an individual who is not less than age 14 and not more than age 21.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Grant period.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may make a grant under this section for a 1-year period, and may renew the grant for each of the 4 succeeding years.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Grant awards.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In making grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grants are distributed equitably among local boards and entities serving urban areas and local boards and entities serving rural areas, taking into consideration the poverty rate in such urban and rural areas, as described in subsection (c)(3)(B).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Use of Funds.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A local board or entity that receives a grant under this section shall use the funds made available through the grant to provide activities that meet the requirements of section 129, except as provided in paragraph (2), as well as youth development activities such as activities relating to leadership development, citizenship, and community service, and recreation activities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Intensive placement and followup services.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In providing activities under this section, a local board or entity shall provide—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">intensive placement services; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">followup services for not less than 24 months after the completion of participation in the other activities described in this subsection, as appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible Local Boards.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be eligible to receive a grant under this section, a local board shall serve a community that—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has been designated as an empowerment zone or enterprise community under section 1391 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2)</num><subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/c/2/A" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is a State without a zone or community described in paragraph (1); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/c/2/B" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has been designated as a high poverty area by the Governor of the State; or</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">is 1 of 2 areas in a State that—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/c/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">have been designated by the Governor as areas for which a local board may apply for a grant under this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/c/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">meet the poverty rate criteria set forth in subsections (a)(4), (b), and (d) of section 1392 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible Entities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be eligible to receive a grant under this section, an entity (other than a local board) shall—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be a recipient of financial assistance under section 166; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">serve a community that—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/d/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">meets the poverty rate criteria set forth in subsections (a)(4), (b), and (d) of section 1392 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/d/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is located on an Indian reservation or serves Oklahoma Indians or Alaska Natives.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be eligible to receive a grant under this section, a local board or entity shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require, including—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the activities that the local board or entity will provide under this section to youth in the community described in subsection (c);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the performance measures negotiated under subsection (f), and the manner in which the local boards or entities will carry out the activities to meet the performance measures;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/e/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the manner in which the activities will be linked to activities described in section 129; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/e/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the community support, including financial support through leveraging additional public and private resources, for the activities.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Performance Measures.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall negotiate and reach agreement with the local board or entity on performance measures for the indicators of performance referred to in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of section 136(b)(2) that will be used to evaluate the performance of the local board or entity in carrying out the activities described in subsection (b). Each local performance measure shall consist of such a indicator of performance, and a performance level referred to in paragraph (2).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Performance levels.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall negotiate and reach agreement with the local board or entity regarding the levels of performance expected to be achieved by the local board or entity on the indicators of performance.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Role Model Academy Project.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/g/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Using the funds made available pursuant to section 127(b)(1)(A)(iv) for fiscal year 1999, the Secretary shall provide assistance to an entity to carry out a project establishing a role model academy for out-of-school youth.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/g/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Residential center.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The entity shall use the assistance to establish an academy that consists of a residential center located on the site of a military installation closed or realigned pursuant to a law providing for closures and realignments of such installations.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/g/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Services.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The academy established pursuant to this subsection shall provide services that—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/g/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">utilize a military style model that emphasizes leadership skills and discipline, or another model of demonstrated effectiveness; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s169/g/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">include vocational training, secondary school course work leading to a secondary school diploma or recognized equivalent, and the use of mentors who serve as role models and who provide academic training and career counseling to the youth.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s170" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="170">SEC. 170. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2915">29 U.S.C. 2915</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s170/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">General Technical Assistance.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s170/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall provide, coordinate, and support the development of, appropriate training, technical assistance, staff development, and other activities, including assistance in replicating programs of demonstrated effectiveness, to States and localities, and, in particular, to assist States in making transitions from carrying out activities under the provisions of law repealed under section 199 to carrying out activities under this title.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s170/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Form of assistance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In carrying out paragraph (1) on behalf of a State, or recipient of financial assistance under any of sections 166 through 169, the Secretary, after consultation with the State or grant recipient, may award grants and enter into contracts and cooperative agreements.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s170/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Grants or contracts awarded under paragraph (1) to entities other than States or local units of government that are for amounts in excess of $100,000 shall only be awarded on a competitive basis.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s170/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Dislocated Worker Technical Assistance.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s170/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the amounts available pursuant to section 132(a)(2), the Secretary shall reserve not more than 5 percent of such amounts to provide technical assistance to States that do not meet the State performance measures described in section 136 with respect to employment and training activities for dislocated workers. Using such reserved funds, the Secretary may provide such assistance to other States, local areas, and other entities involved in providing assistance to dislocated workers, to promote the continuous improvement of assistance provided to dislocated workers, under this title.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s170/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Training.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Amounts reserved under this subsection may be used to provide for the training of staff, including specialists, who provide rapid response services. Such training shall include instruction in proven methods of promoting, establishing, and assisting labor-management committees. Such projects shall be administered through the dislocated worker office described in section 173(b).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="171">SEC. 171. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2916">29 U.S.C. 2916</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DEMONSTRATION, PILOT, MULTISERVICE, RESEARCH, AND MULTISTATE PROJECTS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Strategic Plan.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">After consultation with States, localities, and other interested parties, the Secretary shall, every 2 years, publish in the Federal Register, a plan that describes the demonstration and pilot (including dislocated worker demonstration and pilot), multiservice, research, and multistate project priorities of the Department of Labor concerning employment and training for the 5-year period following the submission of the plan. Copies of the plan shall be transmitted to the appropriate committees of Congress.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Factors.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The plan published under paragraph (1) shall contain strategies to address national employment and training problems and take into account factors such as—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/a/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the availability of existing research (as of the date of the publication);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/a/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the need to ensure results that have interstate validity;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/a/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the benefits of economies of scale and the efficiency of proposed projects; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/a/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the likelihood that the results of the projects will be useful to policymakers and stakeholders in addressing employment and training problems.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Demonstration and Pilot Projects.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Under a plan published under subsection (a), the Secretary shall, through grants or contracts, carry out demonstration and pilot projects for the purpose of developing and implementing techniques and approaches, and demonstrating the effectiveness of specialized methods, in addressing employment and training needs. Such projects shall include the provision of direct services to individuals to enhance employment opportunities and an evaluation component and may include—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the establishment of advanced manufacturing technology skill centers developed through local partnerships of industry, labor, education, community-based organizations, and economic development organizations to meet unmet, high-tech skill needs of local communities;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">projects that provide training to upgrade the skills of employed workers who reside and are employed in enterprise communities or empowerment zones;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">programs conducted jointly with the Department of Defense to develop training programs utilizing computer-based and other innovative learning technologies;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/1/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">projects that promote the use of distance learning, enabling students to take courses through the use of media technology such as videos, teleconferencing computers, and the Internet;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/1/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">projects that assist in providing comprehensive services to increase the employment rates of out-of-school youth residing in targeted high poverty areas within empowerment zones and enterprise communities;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/1/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the establishment of partnerships with national organizations with special expertise in developing, organizing, and administering employment and training services, for individuals with disabilities, at the national, State, and local levels;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/1/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">projects to assist public housing authorities that provide, to public housing residents, job training programs that demonstrate success in upgrading the job skills and promoting employment of the residents; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/1/H" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">projects that assist local areas to develop and implement local self-sufficiency standards to evaluate the degree to which participants in programs under this title are achieving self-sufficiency.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitations.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Competitive awards.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Grants or contracts awarded for carrying out demonstration and pilot projects under this subsection shall be awarded in accordance with generally applicable Federal requirements.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible entities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Grants or contracts may be awarded under this subsection only to—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">entities with recognized expertise in—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/2/B/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">conducting national demonstration projects;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/2/B/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">utilizing state-of-the-art demonstration methods; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/2/B/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">conducting evaluations of workforce investment projects; or</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">State and local entities with expertise in operating or overseeing workforce investment programs.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/b/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Time limits.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall establish appropriate time limits for carrying out demonstration and pilot projects under this subsection.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Multiservice Projects, Research Projects, and Multistate Projects.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Multiservice projects.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Under a plan published under subsection (a), the Secretary shall, through grants or contracts, carry out multiservice projects—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that will test an array of approaches to the provision of employment and training services to a variety of targeted populations;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in which the entity carrying out the project, in conjunction with employers, organized labor, and other groups such as the disability community, will design, develop, and test various training approaches in order to determine effective practices; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that will assist in the development and replication of effective service delivery strategies for targeted populations for the national employment and training system as a whole.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Research projects.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Under a plan published under subsection (a), the Secretary shall, through grants or contracts, carry out research projects that will contribute to the solution of employment and training problems in the United States.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Formula improvement study and report.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Study.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall conduct a 2-year study concerning improvements in the formulas described in section 132(b)(1)(B) and paragraphs (2)(A) and (3) of section 133(b) (regarding distributing funds under subtitle B to States and local areas for adult employment and training activities). In conducting the study, the Secretary shall examine means of improving the formulas by—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/2/B/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">developing formulas based on statistically reliable data;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/2/B/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">developing formulas that are consistent with the goals and objectives of this title; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/2/B/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">developing formulas based on organizational and financial stability of State boards and local boards.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall prepare and submit to Congress a report containing the results of the study, including recommendations for improved formulas.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Multistate projects.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/3/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Under a plan published under subsection (a), the Secretary may, through grants or contracts, carry out multistate projects that require demonstrated expertise that is available at the national level to effectively disseminate best practices and models for implementing employment and training services, address the specialized employment and training needs of particular service populations, or address industry-wide skill shortages.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/3/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Design of grants.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Grants or contracts awarded under this subsection shall be designed to obtain information relating to the provision of services under different economic conditions or to various demographic groups in order to provide guidance at the national and State levels about how best to administer specific employment and training services.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitations.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Competitive awards.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Grants or contracts awarded for carrying out projects under this subsection in amounts that exceed $100,000 shall be awarded only on a competitive basis, except that a noncompetitive award may be made in the case of a project that is funded jointly with other public or private sector entities that provide a substantial portion of assistance under the grant or contract for the project.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Time limits.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A grant or contract shall not be awarded under this subsection to the same organization for more than 3 consecutive years unless such grant or contract is competitively reevaluated within such period.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/4/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Peer review.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/4/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall utilize a peer review process—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/4/C/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to review and evaluate all applications for grants in amounts that exceed $500,000 that are submitted under this section; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/4/C/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to review and designate exemplary and promising programs under this section.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/4/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability of funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary is authorized to use funds provided under this section to carry out peer review activities under this subparagraph.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/c/4/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Priority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In awarding grants or contracts under this subsection, priority shall be provided to entities with nationally recognized expertise in the methods, techniques, and knowledge of workforce investment activities and shall include appropriate time limits, established by the Secretary, for the duration of such projects.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Dislocated Worker Projects.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the amount made available pursuant to section 132(a)(2)(A) for any program year, the Secretary shall use not more than 10 percent of such amount to carry out demonstration and pilot projects, multiservice projects, and multistate projects, relating to the employment and training needs of dislocated workers. Of the requirements of this section, such projects shall be subject only to the provisions relating to review and evaluation of applications under subsection (c)(4)(C). Such projects may include demonstration and pilot projects relating to promoting self-employment, promoting job creation, averting dislocations, assisting dislocated farmers, assisting dislocated fishermen, and promoting public works. Such projects shall be administered through the dislocated worker office described in section 173(b).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Worker Training Program.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Grant program.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of the Green Jobs Act of 2007, the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Energy, shall establish an energy efficiency and renewable energy worker training program under which the Secretary shall carry out the activities described in paragraph (2) to achieve the purposes of this subsection.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligibility.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of providing assistance and services under the program established under this subsection—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">target populations of eligible individuals to be given priority for training and other services shall include—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">workers impacted by national energy and environmental policy;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">individuals in need of updated training related to the energy efficiency and renewable energy industries;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/i/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">veterans, or past and present members of reserve components of the Armed Forces;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/i/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">unemployed individuals;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/i/V" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">(V) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">individuals, including at-risk youth, seeking employment pathways out of poverty and into economic self-sufficiency; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/i/VI" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VI">(VI) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">formerly incarcerated, adjudicated, nonviolent offenders; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">energy efficiency and renewable energy industries eligible to participate in a program under this subsection include—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the energy-efficient building, construction, and retrofits industries;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the renewable electric power industry;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/ii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the energy efficient and advanced drive train vehicle industry;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/ii/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the biofuels industry;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/ii/V" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">(V) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the deconstruction and materials use industries;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/ii/VI" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VI">(VI) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the energy efficiency assessment industry serving the residential, commercial, or industrial sectors; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/1/B/ii/VII" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VII">(VII) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">manufacturers that produce sustainable products using environmentally sustainable processes and materials.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Activities.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">National research program.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Under the program established under paragraph (1), the Secretary, acting through the Bureau of Labor Statistics, where appropriate, shall collect and analyze labor market data to track workforce trends resulting from energy-related initiatives carried out under this subsection. Activities carried out under this paragraph shall include—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">tracking and documentation of academic and occupational competencies as well as future skill needs with respect to renewable energy and energy efficiency technology;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">tracking and documentation of occupational information and workforce training data with respect to renewable energy and energy efficiency technology;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">collaborating with State agencies, workforce investments boards, industry, organized labor, and community and nonprofit organizations to disseminate information on successful innovations for labor market services and worker training with respect to renewable energy and energy efficiency technology;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">serving as a clearinghouse for best practices in workforce development, job placement, and collaborative training partnerships;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/A/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">encouraging the establishment of workforce training initiatives with respect to renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/A/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">linking research and development in renewable energy and energy efficiency technology with the development of standards and curricula for current and future jobs;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/A/vii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assessing new employment and work practices including career ladder and upgrade training as well as high performance work systems; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/A/viii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="viii">(viii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">providing technical assistance and capacity building to national and State energy partnerships, including industry and labor representatives.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">National energy training partnership grants.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Under the program established under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall award National Energy Training Partnerships Grants on a competitive basis to eligible entities to enable such entities to carry out training that leads to economic self-sufficiency and to develop an energy efficiency and renewable energy industries workforce. Grants shall be awarded under this subparagraph so as to ensure geographic diversity with at least 2 grants awarded to entities located in each of the 4 Petroleum Administration for Defense Districts with no subdistricts, and at least 1 grant awarded to an entity located in each of the subdistricts of the Petroleum Administration for Defense District with subdistricts.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligibility.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be eligible to receive a grant under clause (i), an entity shall be a nonprofit partnership that—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/B/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">includes the equal participation of industry, including public or private employers, and labor organizations, including joint labor-management training programs, and may include workforce investment boards, community-based organizations, qualified service and conservation corps, educational institutions, small businesses, cooperatives, State and local veterans agencies, and veterans service organizations; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/B/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">demonstrates—</chapeau> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/B/ii/II/aa" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">experience in implementing and operating worker skills training and education programs;</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/B/ii/II/bb" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the ability to identify and involve in training programs carried out under this grant, target populations of individuals who would benefit from training and be actively involved in activities related to energy efficiency and renewable energy industries; and</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/B/ii/II/cc" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">(cc) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the ability to help individuals achieve economic self-sufficiency.</content> </item> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Priority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Priority shall be given to partnerships which leverage additional public and private resources to fund training programs, including cash or in-kind matches from participating employers.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State labor market research, information, and labor exchange research program.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Under the program established under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall award competitive grants to States to enable such States to administer labor market and labor exchange information programs that include the implementation of the activities described in clause (ii), in coordination with the one-stop delivery system.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State shall use amounts awarded under a grant under this subparagraph to provide funding to the State agency that administers the Wagner-Peyser Act and State unemployment compensation programs to carry out the following activities using State agency merit staff:</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/C/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The identification of job openings in the renewable energy and energy efficiency sector.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/C/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The administration of skill and aptitude testing and assessment for workers.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/C/ii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The counseling, case management, and referral of qualified job seekers to openings and training programs, including energy efficiency and renewable energy training programs.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State energy training partnership program.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/D/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Under the program established under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall award competitive grants to States to enable such States to administer renewable energy and energy efficiency workforce development programs that include the implementation of the activities described in clause (ii).</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/D/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Partnerships.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State shall use amounts awarded under a grant under this subparagraph to award competitive grants to eligible State Energy Sector Partnerships to enable such Partnerships to coordinate with existing apprenticeship and labor management training programs and implement training programs that lead to the economic self-sufficiency of trainees.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/D/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligibility.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be eligible to receive a grant under this subparagraph, a State Energy Sector Partnership shall—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/D/iii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">consist of nonprofit organizations that include equal participation from industry, including public or private nonprofit employers, and labor organizations, including joint labor-management training programs, and may include representatives from local governments, the workforce investment system, including one-stop career centers, community based organizations, qualified service and conservation corps, community colleges, and other post-secondary institutions, small businesses, cooperatives, State and local veterans agencies, and veterans service organizations;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/D/iii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">demonstrate experience in implementing and operating worker skills training and education programs; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/D/iii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">demonstrate the ability to identify and involve in training programs, target populations of workers who would benefit from training and be actively involved in activities related to energy efficiency and renewable energy industries.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/D/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Priority.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In awarding grants under this subparagraph, the Secretary shall give priority to States that demonstrate that activities under the grant—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/D/iv/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">meet national energy policies associated with energy efficiency, renewable energy, and the reduction of emissions of greenhouse gases;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/D/iv/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">meet State energy policies associated with energy efficiency, renewable energy, and the reduction of emissions of greenhouse gases; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/D/iv/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">leverage additional public and private resources to fund training programs, including cash or in-kind matches from participating employers.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/D/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Coordination.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A grantee under this subparagraph shall coordinate activities carried out under the grant with existing other appropriate training programs, including apprenticeship and labor management training programs, including such activities referenced in paragraph (3)(A), and implement training programs that lead to the economic self-sufficiency of trainees.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Pathways out of poverty demonstration program.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Under the program established under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall award competitive grants of sufficient size to eligible entities to enable such entities to carry out training that leads to economic self-sufficiency. The Secretary shall give priority to entities that serve individuals in families with income of less than 200 percent of the sufficiency standard for the local areas where the training is conducted that specifies, as defined by the State, or where such standard is not established, the income needs of families, by family size, the number and ages of children in the family, and sub-State geographical considerations. Grants shall be awarded to ensure geographic diversity.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible entities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be eligible to receive a grant an entity shall be a partnership that—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">includes community-based nonprofit organizations, educational institutions with expertise in serving low-income adults or youth, public or private employers from the industry sectors described in paragraph (1)(B)(ii), and labor organizations representing workers in such industry sectors;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">demonstrates a record of successful experience in implementing and operating worker skills training and education programs;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/ii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">coordinates activities, where appropriate, with the workforce investment system; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/ii/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">demonstrates the ability to recruit individuals for training and to support such individuals to successful completion in training programs carried out under this grant, targeting populations of workers who are or will be engaged in activities related to energy efficiency and renewable energy industries.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Priorities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In awarding grants under this paragraph, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">target programs to benefit low-income workers, unemployed youth and adults, high school dropouts, or other underserved sectors of the workforce within areas of high poverty;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">ensure that supportive services are integrated with education and training, and delivered by organizations with direct access to and experience with targeted populations;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">leverage additional public and private resources to fund training programs, including cash or in-kind matches from participating employers;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iii/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">involve employers and labor organizations in the determination of relevant skills and competencies and ensure that the certificates or credentials that result from the training are employer-recognized;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iii/V" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">(V) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">deliver courses at alternative times (such as evening and weekend programs) and locations most convenient and accessible to participants and link adult remedial education with occupational skills training; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iii/VI" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VI">(VI) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">demonstrate substantial experience in administering local, municipal, State, Federal, foundation, or private entity grants.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Data collection.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Grantees shall collect and report the following information:</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iv/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The number of participants.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iv/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The demographic characteristics of participants, including race, gender, age, parenting status, participation in other Federal programs, education and literacy level at entry, significant barriers to employment (such as limited English proficiency, criminal record, addiction or mental health problem requiring treatment, or mental disability).</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iv/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The services received by participants, including training, education, and supportive services.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iv/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The amount of program spending per participant.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iv/V" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">(V) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Program completion rates.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iv/VI" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VI">(VI) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Factors determined as significantly interfering with program participation or completion.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iv/VII" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VII">(VII) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The rate of job placement and the rate of employment retention after 1 year.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iv/VIII" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VIII">(VIII) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The average wage at placement, including any benefits, and the rate of average wage increase after 1 year.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/2/E/iv/IX" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IX">(IX) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any post-employment supportive services provided.</content> </subclause><continuation style="-uslm-dtd:continuation-text" role="clause">The Secretary shall assist grantees in the collection of data under this clause by making available, where practicable, low-cost means of tracking the labor market outcomes of participants, and by providing standardized reporting forms, where appropriate.</continuation> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Activities.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Activities to be carried out under a program authorized by subparagraph (B), (D), or (E) of paragraph (2) shall be coordinated with existing systems or providers, as appropriate. Such activities may include—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/3/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">occupational skills training, including curriculum development, on-the-job training, and classroom training;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/3/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">safety and health training;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/3/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the provision of basic skills, literacy, GED, English as a second language, and job readiness training;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/3/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">individual referral and tuition assistance for a community college training program, or any training program leading to an industry-recognized certificate;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/3/A/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">internship programs in fields related to energy efficiency and renewable energy;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/3/A/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">customized training in conjunction with an existing registered apprenticeship program or labor-management partnership;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/3/A/vii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">incumbent worker and career ladder training and skill upgrading and retraining;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/3/A/viii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="viii">(viii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the implementation of transitional jobs strategies; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/3/A/ix" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ix">(ix) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the provision of supportive services.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Outreach activities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In addition to the activities authorized under subparagraph (A), activities authorized for programs under subparagraph (E) of paragraph (2) may include the provision of outreach, recruitment, career guidance, and case management services.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Worker protections and nondiscrimination requirements.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application of wia.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The provisions of sections 181 and 188 of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (29 U.S.C. 2931 and 2938) shall apply to all programs carried out with assistance under this subsection.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation with labor organizations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If a labor organization represents a substantial number of workers who are engaged in similar work or training in an area that is the same as the area that is proposed to be funded under this Act, the labor organization shall be provided an opportunity to be consulted and to submit comments in regard to such a proposal.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Performance measures.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/5/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall negotiate and reach agreement with the eligible entities that receive grants and assistance under this section on performance measures for the indicators of performance referred to in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of section 136(b)(2) that will be used to evaluate the performance of the eligible entity in carrying out the activities described in subsection (e)(2). Each performance measure shall consist of such an indicator of performance, and a performance level referred to in subparagraph (B).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/5/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Performance levels.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall negotiate and reach agreement with the eligible entity regarding the levels of performance expected to be achieved by the eligible entity on the indicators of performance.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/6/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Status report.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of the Green Jobs Act of 2007, the Secretary shall transmit a report to the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, the House Committee on Education and Labor, and the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on the training program established by this subsection. The report shall include a description of the entities receiving funding and the activities carried out by such entities.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/6/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Evaluation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of such Act, the Secretary shall transmit to the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, the House Committee on Education and Labor, and the House Committee on Energy and Commerce an assessment of such program and an evaluation of the activities carried out by entities receiving funding from such program.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">As used in this subsection, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">renewable energy</term>” has the meaning given such term in section 203(b)(2) of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (Public Law 109–58).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authorization of appropriations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subsection, $125,000,000 for each fiscal year, of which—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/8/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not to exceed 20 percent of the amount appropriated in each such fiscal year shall be made available for, and shall be equally divided between, national labor market research and information under paragraph (2)(A) and State labor market information and labor exchange research under paragraph (2)(C), and not more than 2 percent of such amount shall be for the evaluation and report required under paragraph (4);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/8/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">20 percent shall be dedicated to Pathways Out of Poverty Demonstration Programs under paragraph (2)(E); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s171/e/8/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the remainder shall be divided equally between National Energy Partnership Training Grants under paragraph (2)(B) and State energy training partnership grants under paragraph (2)(D).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="172">SEC. 172. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2917">29 U.S.C. 2917</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">EVALUATIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Programs and Activities Carried Out Under This Title.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the purpose of improving the management and effectiveness of programs and activities carried out under this title, the Secretary shall provide for the continuing evaluation of the programs and activities, including those programs and activities carried out under section 171. Such evaluations shall address—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the general effectiveness of such programs and activities in relation to their cost, including the extent to which the programs and activities—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/a/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">improve the employment competencies of participants in comparison to comparably-situated individuals who did not participate in such programs and activities; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/a/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to the extent feasible, increase the level of total employment over the level that would have existed in the absence of such programs and activities;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the effectiveness of the performance measures relating to such programs and activities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the effectiveness of the structure and mechanisms for delivery of services through such programs and activities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the impact of the programs and activities on the community and participants involved;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/a/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the impact of such programs and activities on related programs and activities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/a/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent to which such programs and activities meet the needs of various demographic groups; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/a/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such other factors as may be appropriate.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Other Programs and Activities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may conduct evaluations of other federally funded employment-related programs and activities under other provisions of law.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Techniques.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Evaluations conducted under this section shall utilize appropriate methodology and research designs, including the use of control groups chosen by scientific random assignment methodologies. The Secretary shall conduct as least 1 multisite control group evaluation under this section by the end of fiscal year 2005.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reports.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The entity carrying out an evaluation described in subsection (a) or (b) shall prepare and submit to the Secretary a draft report and a final report containing the results of the evaluation.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reports to Congress.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 30 days after the completion of such a draft report, the Secretary shall transmit the draft report to the Committee on Education and the Workforce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Labor and Human Resources of the Senate. Not later than 60 days after the completion of such a final report, the Secretary shall transmit the final report to such committees of the Congress.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s172/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Coordination.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall ensure the coordination of evaluations carried out by States pursuant to section 136(e) with the evaluations carried out under this section.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="173">SEC. 173. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2918">29 U.S.C. 2918</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">NATIONAL EMERGENCY GRANTS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary is authorized to award national emergency grants in a timely manner—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to an entity described in subsection (c) to provide employment and training assistance to workers affected by major economic dislocations, such as plant closures, mass layoffs, or closures and realignments of military installations;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide assistance to the Governor of any State within the boundaries of which is an area that has suffered an emergency or a major disaster as defined in paragraphs (1) and (2), respectively, of section 102 of The Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5122 (1) and (2)) (referred to in this section as the “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">disaster area</quotedText>”) to provide disaster relief employment in the area;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide additional assistance to a State or local board for eligible dislocated workers in a case in which the State or local board has expended the funds provided under this section to carry out activities described in paragraphs (1) and (2) and can demonstrate the need for additional funds to provide appropriate services for such workers, in accordance with requirements prescribed by the Secretary; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">from funds appropriated under section 174(c)—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/a/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to a State or entity (as defined in section 173(c)(1)(B)) to carry out subsection (f), including providing assistance to eligible individuals; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/a/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to a State or entity (as so defined) to carry out subsection (g), including providing assistance to eligible individuals.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administration.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall designate a dislocated worker office to coordinate the functions of the Secretary under this title relating to employment and training activities for dislocated workers, including activities carried out under the national emergency grants.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Employment and Training Assistance Requirements.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Grant recipient eligibility.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be eligible to receive a grant under subsection (a)(1), an entity shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible entity.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this paragraph, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">entity</term>” means a State, a local board, an entity described in section 166(c), entities determined to be eligible by the Governor of the State involved, and other entities that demonstrate to the Secretary the capability to effectively respond to the circumstances relating to particular dislocations.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Participant eligibility.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to be eligible to receive employment and training assistance under a national emergency grant awarded pursuant to subsection (a)(1), an individual shall be—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a dislocated worker;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a civilian employee of the Department of Defense or the Department of Energy employed at a military installation that is being closed, or that will undergo realignment, within the next 24 months after the date of the determination of eligibility;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an individual who is employed in a nonmanagerial position with a Department of Defense contractor, who is determined by the Secretary of Defense to be at-risk of termination from employment as a result of reductions in defense expenditures, and whose employer is converting operations from defense to nondefense applications in order to prevent worker layoffs; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a member of the Armed Forces who—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/A/iv/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">was on active duty or full-time National Guard duty;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/A/iv/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II)</num><item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/A/iv/II/aa" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is involuntarily separated (as defined in section 1141 of title 10, United States Code) from active duty or full-time National Guard duty; or</content></item> <item style="-uslm-dtd:item" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/A/iv/II/bb" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is separated from active duty or full-time National Guard duty pursuant to a special separation benefits program under section 1174a of title 10, United States Code, or the voluntary separation incentive program under section 1175 of that title;</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/A/iv/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is not entitled to retired or retained pay incident to the separation described in subclause (II); and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/A/iv/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">applies for such employment and training assistance before the end of the 180-day period beginning on the date of that separation.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Retraining assistance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The individuals described in subparagraph (A)(iii) shall be eligible for retraining assistance to upgrade skills by obtaining marketable skills needed to support the conversion described in subparagraph (A)(iii).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional requirements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall establish and publish additional requirements related to eligibility for employment and training assistance under the national emergency grants to ensure effective use of the funds available for this purpose.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/c/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this paragraph, the terms “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">military institution</term>” and “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">realignment</quotedText>” have the meanings given the terms in section 2910 of the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Act of 1990 (Public Law 101–510; 10 U.S.C. 2687 note).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Disaster Relief Employment Assistance Requirements.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds made available under subsection (a)(2)—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/d/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall be used to provide disaster relief employment on projects that provide food, clothing, shelter, and other humanitarian assistance for disaster victims, and projects regarding demolition, cleaning, repair, renovation, and reconstruction of damaged and destroyed structures, facilities, and lands located within the disaster area;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/d/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may be expended through public and private agencies and organizations engaged in such projects; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/d/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may be expended to provide employment and training activities.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligibility.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An individual shall be eligible to be offered disaster relief employment under subsection (a)(2) if such individual is a dislocated worker, is a long-term unemployed individual, or is temporarily or permanently laid off as a consequence of the disaster.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitations on disaster relief employment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No individual shall be employed under subsection (a)(2) for more than 6 months for work related to recovery from a single natural disaster.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional Assistance.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">From the amount appropriated and made available to carry out this section for any program year, the Secretary shall use not more than $15,000,000 to make grants to not more than 8 States to provide employment and training activities under section 134, in accordance with subtitle B.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible states.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall make a grant under paragraph (1) to a State for a program year if—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/2/A/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the amount of the allotment that would be made to the State for the program year under the formula specified in section 202(a) of the Job Training Partnership Act, as in effect on July 1, 1998; is greater than</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the amount of the allotment that would be made to the State for the program year under the formula specified in section 132(b)(1)(B); and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the State is 1 of the 8 States with the greatest quotient obtained by dividing—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the amount described in subparagraph (A)(i); by</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the amount described in subparagraph (A)(ii).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Amount of grants.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to paragraph (1), the amount of the grant made under paragraph (1) to a State for a program year shall be based on the difference between—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the amount of the allotment that would be made to the State for the program year under the formula specified in section 202(a) of the Job Training Partnership Act, as in effect on July 1, 1998; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the amount of the allotment that would be made to the State for the program year under the formula specified in section 132(b)(1)(B).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allocation of funds.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State that receives a grant under paragraph (1) for a program year—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall allocate funds made available through the grant on the basis of the formula used by the State to allocate funds within the State for that program year under—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/4/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">paragraph (2)(A) or (3) of section 133(b); or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/4/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">paragraph (2)(B) of section 133(b); and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/e/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall use the funds in the same manner as the State uses other funds allocated under the appropriate paragraph of section 133(b).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Health Insurance Coverage Assistance for Eligible Individuals.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Use of funds.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Health insurance coverage for eligible individuals in order to obtain qualified health insurance that has guaranteed issue and other consumer protections.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds made available to a State or entity under paragraph (4)(A) of subsection (a) may be used to provide an eligible individual described in paragraph (4)(C) and such individual's qualifying family members with health insurance coverage for the 3-month period that immediately precedes the first eligible coverage month (as defined in section 35(b) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986) in which such eligible individual and such individual's qualifying family members are covered by qualified health insurance that meets the requirements described in clauses (i) through (v) of section 35(e)(2)(A) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (or such longer minimum period as is necessary in order for such eligible individual and such individual's qualifying family members to be covered by qualified health insurance that meets such requirements).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional uses.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds made available to a State or entity under paragraph (4)(A) of subsection (a) may be used by the State or entity for the following:</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Health insurance coverage.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To assist an eligible individual and such individual's qualifying family members with enrolling in health insurance coverage and qualified health insurance or paying premiums for such coverage or insurance.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administrative expenses and start-up expenses to establish group health plan coverage options for qualified health insurance.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">To pay the administrative expenses related to the enrollment of eligible individuals and such individuals' qualifying family members in health insurance coverage and qualified health insurance, including—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/B/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">eligibility verification activities;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/B/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the notification of eligible individuals of available health insurance and qualified health insurance options;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/B/ii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">processing qualified health insurance costs credit eligibility certificates provided for under section 7527 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/B/ii/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">providing assistance to eligible individuals in enrolling in health insurance coverage and qualified health insurance;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/B/ii/V" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">(V) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the development or installation of necessary data management systems; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/B/ii/VI" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VI">(VI) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any other expenses determined appropriate by the Secretary, including start-up costs and on going administrative expenses, in order for the State to treat the coverage described in subparagraphs (C) through (H) of section 35(e)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 as qualified health insurance under that section.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Outreach.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To pay for outreach to eligible individuals to inform such individuals of available health insurance and qualified health insurance options, including outreach consisting of notice to eligible individuals of such options made available after the date of enactment of this clause and direct assistance to help potentially eligible individuals and such individual's qualifying family members qualify and remain eligible for the credit established under section 35 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and advance payment of such credit under section 7527 of such Code.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/B/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Bridge funding.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To assist potentially eligible individuals to purchase qualified health insurance coverage prior to issuance of a qualified health insurance costs credit eligibility certificate under section 7527 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and commencement of advance payment, and receipt of expedited payment, under subsections (a) and (e), respectively, of that section.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Rule of construction.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The inclusion of a permitted use under this paragraph shall not be construed as prohibiting a similar use of funds permitted under subsection (g).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Qualified health insurance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this subsection and subsection (g), the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">qualified health insurance</term>” has the meaning given that term in section 35(e) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability of funds.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expedited procedures.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">With respect to applications submitted by States or entities for grants under this subsection, the Secretary shall—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/3/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not later than 15 days after the date on which the Secretary receives a completed application from a State or entity, notify the State or entity of the determination of the Secretary with respect to the approval or disapproval of such application;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/3/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the case of an application of a State or other entity that is disapproved by the Secretary, provide technical assistance, at the request of the State or entity, in a timely manner to enable the State or entity to submit an approved application; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/3/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">develop procedures to expedite the provision of funds to States and entities with approved applications.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability and distribution of funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall ensure that funds made available under section 174(c)(1)(A) to carry out subsection (a)(4)(A) are available to States and entities throughout the period described in section 174(c)(2)(A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible individual defined.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this subsection and subsection (g), the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">eligible individual</term>” means—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an eligible TAA recipient (as defined in section 35(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986),</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an eligible alternative TAA recipient (as defined in section 35(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986), and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/4/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an eligible PBGC pension recipient (as defined in section 35(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986),</content> </subparagraph><continuation style="-uslm-dtd:continuation-text" role="paragraph">who, as of the first day of the month, does not have other specified coverage and is not imprisoned under Federal, State, or local authority.</continuation> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Qualifying family member defined.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this subsection and subsection (g)—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/5/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">qualifying family member</term>” means—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/5/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the eligible individual's spouse, and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/5/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any dependent of the eligible individual with respect to whom the individual is entitled to a deduction under section 151(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.</content> </clause><continuation style="-uslm-dtd:continuation-text" role="subparagraph">Such term does not include any individual who has other specified coverage.</continuation> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/5/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Special dependency test in case of divorced parents, etc.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If paragraph (2) or (4) of section 152(e) of such Code applies to any child with respect to any calendar year, in the case of any taxable year beginning in such calendar year, such child shall be treated as described in subparagraph (A)(ii) with respect to the custodial parent (within the meaning of section 152(e)(1) of such Code) and not with respect to the noncustodial parent.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this subsection and subsection (g), the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">State</term>” includes an entity as defined in subsection (c)(1)(B).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Other specified coverage.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this subsection, an individual has other specified coverage for any month if, as of the first day of such month—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Subsidized coverage.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such individual is covered under any insurance which constitutes medical care (except insurance substantially all of the coverage of which is of excepted benefits described in section 9832(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986) under any health plan maintained by any employer (or former employer) of the taxpayer or the taxpayer's spouse and at least 50 percent of the cost of such coverage (determined under section 4980B of such Code) is paid or incurred by the employer.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible alternative taa recipients.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In the case of an eligible alternative TAA recipient (as defined in section 35(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986), such individual is either—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7/A/ii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">eligible for coverage under any qualified health insurance (other than insurance described in clause (i), (ii), or (vi) of paragraph (2)(A)) under which at least 50 percent of the cost of coverage (determined under section 4980B(f)(4) of such Code) is paid or incurred by an employer (or former employer) of the taxpayer or the taxpayer's spouse, or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7/A/ii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">covered under any such qualified health insurance under which any portion of the cost of coverage (as so determined) is paid or incurred by an employer (or former employer) of the taxpayer or the taxpayer's spouse.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Treatment of cafeteria plans.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of clauses (i) and (ii), the cost of coverage shall be treated as paid or incurred by an employer to the extent the coverage is in lieu of a right to receive cash or other qualified benefits under a cafeteria plan (as defined in section 125(d) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Coverage under medicare, medicaid, or schip.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such individual—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is entitled to benefits under part A of title XVIII of the Social Security Act or is enrolled under part B of such title, or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is enrolled in the program under title XIX or XXI of such Act (other than under section 1928 of such Act).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Certain other coverage.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such individual—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is enrolled in a health benefits plan under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code, or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/7/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is entitled to receive benefits under chapter 55 of title 10, United States Code.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Continued qualification of family members after certain events.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/8/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Medicare eligibility.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In the case of any month which would be an eligible coverage month with respect to an eligible individual but for paragraph (7)(B)(i), such month shall be treated as an eligible coverage month with respect to such eligible individual solely for purposes of determining the eligibility of qualifying family members of such individual under this subsection. This subparagraph shall only apply with respect to the first 24 months after such eligible individual is first entitled to the benefits described in paragraph (7)(B)(i).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/8/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Divorce.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In the case of the finalization of a divorce between an eligible individual and such individual's spouse, such spouse shall be treated as an eligible individual for purposes of this subsection for a period of 24 months beginning with the date of such finalization, except that the only qualifying family members who may be taken into account with respect to such spouse are those individuals who were qualifying family members immediately before such finalization.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/8/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Death.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In the case of the death of an eligible individual—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/8/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any spouse of such individual (determined at the time of such death) shall be treated as an eligible individual for purposes of this subsection for a period of 24 months beginning with the date of such death, except that the only qualifying family members who may be taken into account with respect to such spouse are those individuals who were qualifying family members immediately before such death, and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/f/8/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any individual who was a qualifying family member of the decedent immediately before such death shall be treated as an eligible individual for purposes this subsection for a period of 24 months beginning with the date of such death, except that no qualifying family members may be taken into account with respect to such individual.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Interim Health Insurance Coverage and Other Assistance.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds made available to a State or entity under paragraph (4)(B) of subsection (a) may be used by the State or entity to provide assistance and support services to eligible individuals, including health care coverage to the extent provided under subsection (f)(1)(A), transportation, child care, dependent care, and income assistance.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Income support.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">With respect to any income assistance provided to an eligible individual with such funds, such assistance shall supplement and not supplant other income support or assistance provided under chapter 2 of title II of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2271 et seq.) (as in effect on the day before the effective date of the Trade Act of 2002) or the unemployment compensation laws of the State where the eligible individual resides.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Health insurance coverage.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">With respect to any assistance provided to an eligible individual with such funds in enrolling in qualified health insurance, the following rules shall apply:</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The State or entity may provide assistance in obtaining such coverage to the eligible individual and to such individual's qualifying family members.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such assistance shall supplement and may not supplant any other State or local funds used to provide health care coverage and may not be included in determining the amount of non-Federal contributions required under any program.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability of funds.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expedited procedures.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">With respect to applications submitted by States or entities for grants under this subsection, the Secretary shall—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g/4/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not later than 15 days after the date on which the Secretary receives a completed application from a State or entity, notify the State or entity of the determination of the Secretary with respect to the approval or disapproval of such application;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g/4/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the case of an application of a State or entity that is disapproved by the Secretary, provide technical assistance, at the request of the State or entity, in a timely manner to enable the State or entity to submit an approved application; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g/4/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">develop procedures to expedite the provision of funds to States and entities with approved applications.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability and distribution of funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall ensure that funds made available under section 174(c)(1)(B) to carry out subsection (a)(4)(B) are available to States and entities throughout the period described in section 174(c)(2)(B).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173/g/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Inclusion of certain individuals as eligible individuals.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this subsection, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">eligible individual</term>” includes an individual who is a member of a group of workers certified after April 1, 2002, under chapter 2 of title II of the Trade Act of 1974 (as in effect on the day before the effective date of the Trade Act of 2002) and is participating in the trade adjustment allowance program under such chapter (as so in effect) or who would be determined to be participating in such program under such chapter (as so in effect) if such chapter were applied without regard to section 231(a)(3)(B) of the Trade Act of 1974 (as so in effect).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="173A">SEC. 173A. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2918a">29 U.S.C. 2918a</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">YOUTHBUILD PROGRAM. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Statement of Purpose.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The purposes of this section are—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to enable disadvantaged youth to obtain the education and employment skills necessary to achieve economic self-sufficiency in occupations in demand and postsecondary education and training opportunities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide disadvantaged youth with opportunities for meaningful work and service to their communities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to foster the development of employment and leadership skills and commitment to community development among youth in low-income communities; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to expand the supply of permanent affordable housing for homeless individuals and low-income families by utilizing the energies and talents of disadvantaged youth.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adjusted income.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">adjusted income</term>” has the meaning given the term in section 3(b) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437a(b)).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicant.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">applicant</term>” means an eligible entity that has submitted an application under subsection (c).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible entity.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">eligible entity</term>” means a public or private nonprofit agency or organization (including a consortium of such agencies or organizations), including—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a community-based organization;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a faith-based organization;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an entity carrying out activities under this title, such as a local board;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/3/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a community action agency;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/3/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a State or local housing development agency;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/3/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an Indian tribe or other agency primarily serving Indians;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/3/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a community development corporation;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/3/H" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a State or local youth service or conservation corps; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/3/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any other entity eligible to provide education or employment training under a Federal program (other than the program carried out under this section).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Homeless individual.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">homeless individual</term>” has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Housing development agency.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">housing development agency</term>” means any agency of a State or local government, or any private nonprofit organization, that is engaged in providing housing for homeless individuals or low-income families.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Income.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">income</term>” has the meaning given the term in section 3(b) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437a(b)).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Indian; indian tribe.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The terms “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Indian</term>” and “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Indian tribe</quotedText>” have the meanings given such terms in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450b).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Individual of limited english proficiency.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">individual of limited English proficiency</term>” means an eligible participant under this section who meets the criteria set forth in section 203(10) of the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (20 U.S.C. 9202(10)).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/9" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Low-income family.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">low-income family</term>” means a family described in section 3(b)(2) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437a(b)(2)).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/10" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="10">(10) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Qualified national nonprofit agency.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">qualified national nonprofit agency</term>” means a nonprofit agency that—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/10/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has significant national experience providing services consisting of training, information, technical assistance, and data management to YouthBuild programs or similar projects; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/10/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has the capacity to provide those services.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/11" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="11">(11) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Registered apprenticeship program.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">registered apprenticeship program</term>” means an apprenticeship program—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/11/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">registered under the Act of August 16, 1937 (commonly known as the “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">National Apprenticeship Act</quotedText>”; 50 Stat. 664, chapter 663; 20 U.S.C. 50 et seq.); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/11/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that meets such other criteria as may be established by the Secretary under this section.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/12" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="12">(12) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Transitional housing.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">transitional housing</term>” means housing provided for the purpose of facilitating the movement of homeless individuals to independent living within a reasonable amount of time. The term includes housing primarily designed to serve deinstitutionalized homeless individuals and other homeless individuals who are individuals with disabilities or members of families with children.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/b/13" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="13">(13) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Youthbuild program.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">YouthBuild program</term>” means any program that receives assistance under this section and provides disadvantaged youth with opportunities for employment, education, leadership development, and training through the rehabilitation or construction of housing for homeless individuals and low-income families, and of public facilities.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">YouthBuild Grants.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Amounts of grants.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary is authorized to make grants to applicants for the purpose of carrying out YouthBuild programs approved under this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">An entity that receives a grant under this subsection shall use the funds made available through the grant to carry out a YouthBuild program, which may include the following activities:</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Education and workforce investment activities including—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">work experience and skills training (coordinated, to the maximum extent feasible, with preapprenticeship and registered apprenticeship programs) in the rehabilitation and construction activities described in subparagraphs (B) and (C);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">occupational skills training;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">other paid and unpaid work experiences, including internships and job shadowing;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">services and activities designed to meet the educational needs of participants, including—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/iv/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">basic skills instruction and remedial education;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/iv/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">language instruction educational programs for individuals with limited English proficiency;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/iv/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">secondary education services and activities, including tutoring, study skills training, and dropout prevention activities, designed to lead to the attainment of a secondary school diploma, General Education Development (GED) credential, or other State-recognized equivalent (including recognized alternative standards for individuals with disabilities);</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/iv/IV" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">counseling and assistance in obtaining postsecondary education and required financial aid; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/iv/V" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">(V) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">alternative secondary school services;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">counseling services and related activities, such as comprehensive guidance and counseling on drug and alcohol abuse and referral;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">activities designed to develop employment and leadership skills, which may include community service and peer-centered activities encouraging responsibility and other positive social behaviors, and activities related to youth policy committees that participate in decision-making related to the program;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/vii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">supportive services and provision of need-based stipends necessary to enable individuals to participate in the program and supportive services to assist individuals, for a period not to exceed 12 months after the completion of training, in obtaining or retaining employment, or applying for and transitioning to postsecondary education; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/A/viii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="viii">(viii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">job search and assistance.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Supervision and training for participants in the rehabilitation or construction of housing, including residential housing for homeless individuals or low-income families, or transitional housing for homeless individuals.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Supervision and training for participants in the rehabilitation or construction of community and other public facilities, except that not more than 10 percent of funds appropriated to carry out this section may be used for such supervision and training.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Payment of administrative costs of the applicant, except that not more than 15 percent of the amount of assistance provided under this subsection to the grant recipient may be used for such costs.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Adult mentoring.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Provision of wages, stipends, or benefits to participants in the program.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Ongoing training and technical assistance that are related to developing and carrying out the program.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/2/H" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Follow-up services.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Form and procedure.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To be qualified to receive a grant under this subsection, an eligible entity shall submit an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall require that the application contain, at a minimum—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">labor market information for the labor market area where the proposed program will be implemented, including both current data (as of the date of submission of the application) and projections on career opportunities in growing industries;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a request for the grant, specifying the amount of the grant requested and its proposed uses;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the applicant and a statement of its qualifications, including a description of the applicant's relationship with local boards, one-stop operators, local unions, entities carrying out registered apprenticeship programs, other community groups, and employers, and the applicant's past experience, if any, with rehabilitation or construction of housing or public facilities, and with youth education and employment training programs;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the proposed site for the proposed program;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the educational and job training activities, work opportunities, postsecondary education and training opportunities, and other services that will be provided to participants, and how those activities, opportunities, and services will prepare youth for employment in occupations in demand in the labor market area described in clause (i);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the proposed rehabilitation or construction activities to be undertaken under the grant and the anticipated schedule for carrying out such activities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/vii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the manner in which eligible youth will be recruited and selected as participants, including a description of arrangements that will be made with local boards, one-stop operators, community- and faith-based organizations, State educational agencies or local educational agencies (including agencies of Indian tribes), public assistance agencies, the courts of jurisdiction, agencies operating shelters for homeless individuals and other agencies that serve youth who are homeless individuals, foster care agencies, and other appropriate public and private agencies;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/viii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="viii">(viii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the special outreach efforts that will be undertaken to recruit eligible young women (including young women with dependent children) as participants;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/ix" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ix">(ix) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the specific role of employers in the proposed program, such as their role in developing the proposed program and assisting in service provision and in placement activities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/x" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="x">(x) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of how the proposed program will be coordinated with other Federal, State, and local activities and activities conducted by Indian tribes, such as local workforce investment activities, vocational education programs, adult and language instruction educational programs, activities conducted by public schools, activities, conducted by community colleges, national service programs, and other job training provided with funds available under this title;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xi">(xi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assurances that there will be a sufficient number of adequately trained supervisory personnel in the proposed program;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xii">(xii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of results to be achieved with respect to common indicators of performance for youth and lifelong learning, as identified by the Secretary;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xiii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xiii">(xiii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the applicant's relationship with local building trade unions regarding their involvement in training to be provided through the proposed program, the relationship of the proposed program to established registered apprenticeship programs and employers, and the ability of the applicant to grant industry-recognized skill certification through the program;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xiv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xiv">(xiv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of activities that will be undertaken to develop the leadership skills of participants;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xv">(xv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a detailed budget and a description of the system of fiscal controls, and auditing and accountability procedures, that will be used to ensure fiscal soundness for the proposed program;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xvi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xvi">(xvi) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the commitments for any additional resources (in addition to the funds made available through the grant) to be made available to the proposed program from—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xvi/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the applicant;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xvi/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">recipients of other Federal, State or local housing and community development assistance who will sponsor any part of the rehabilitation, construction, operation and maintenance, or other housing and community development activities undertaken as part of the proposed program; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xvi/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">entities carrying out other Federal, State, or local activities or activities conducted by Indian tribes, including vocational education programs, adult and language instruction educational programs, and job training provided with funds available under this title;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xvii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xvii">(xvii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">information identifying, and a description of, the financing proposed for any—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xvii/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">rehabilitation of the property involved;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xvii/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">acquisition of the property; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xvii/III" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">construction of the property;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xviii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xviii">(xviii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information identifying, and a description of, the entity that will operate and manage the property;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xix" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xix">(xix) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information identifying, and a description of, the data collection systems to be used;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xx" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xx">(xx) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a certification, by a public official responsible for the housing strategy for the State or unit of general local government within which the proposed program is located, that the proposed program is consistent with the housing strategy; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/3/B/xxi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="xxi">(xxi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a certification that the applicant will comply with the requirements of the Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. 3601 et seq.) and will affirmatively further fair housing.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Selection criteria.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For an applicant to be eligible to receive a grant under this subsection, the applicant and the applicant's proposed program shall meet such selection criteria as the Secretary shall establish under this section, which shall include criteria relating to—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the qualifications or potential capabilities of an applicant;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an applicant's potential for developing a successful YouthBuild program;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the need for an applicant's proposed program, as determined by the degree of economic distress of the community from which participants would be recruited (measured by indicators such as poverty, youth unemployment, and the number of individuals who have dropped out of secondary school) and of the community in which the housing and public facilities proposed to be rehabilitated or constructed is located (measured by indicators such as incidence of homelessness, shortage of affordable housing, and poverty);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the commitment of an applicant to providing skills training, leadership development, and education to participants;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the focus of a proposed program on preparing youth for occupations in demand or postsecondary education and training opportunities;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent of an applicant's coordination of activities to be carried out through the proposed program with local boards, one-stop operators, and one-stop partners participating in the operation of the one-stop delivery system involved, or the extent of the applicant's good faith efforts in achieving such coordination;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent of the applicant's coordination of activities with public education, criminal justice, housing and community development, national service, or postsecondary education or other systems that relate to the goals of the proposed program;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/H" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent of an applicant's coordination of activities with employers in the local area involved;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent to which a proposed program provides for inclusion of tenants who were previously homeless individuals in the rental housing provided through the program;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/J" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="J">(J) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the commitment of additional resources (in addition to the funds made available through the grant) to a proposed program by—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/J/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an applicant;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/J/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">recipients of other Federal, State, or local housing and community development assistance who will sponsor any part of the rehabilitation, construction, operation and maintenance, or other housing and community development activities undertaken as part of the proposed program; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/J/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">entities carrying out other Federal, State, or local activities or activities conducted by Indian tribes, including vocational education programs, adult and language instruction educational programs, and job training provided with funds available under this title;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/K" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="K">(K) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the applicant's potential to serve different regions, including rural areas and States that have not previously received grants for YouthBuild programs; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/4/L" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="L">(L) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such other factors as the Secretary determines to be appropriate for purposes of carrying out the proposed program in an effective and efficient manner.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/c/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Approval.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To the extent practicable, the Secretary shall notify each applicant, not later than 5 months after the date of receipt of the application by the Secretary, whether the application is approved or not approved.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Use of Housing Units.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Residential housing units rehabilitated or constructed using funds made available under subsection (c) shall be available solely—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for rental by, or sale to, homeless individuals or low-income families; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for use as transitional or permanent housing, for the purpose of assisting in the movement of homeless individuals to independent living.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional Program Requirements.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible participants.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subparagraph (B), an individual may participate in a YouthBuild program only if such individual is—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/1/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not less than age 16 and not more than age 24, on the date of enrollment;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a member of a low-income family, a youth in foster care (including youth aging out of foster care), a youth offender, a youth who is an individual with a disability, a child of incarcerated parents, or a migrant youth; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/1/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a school dropout.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception for individuals not meeting income or educational need requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not more than 25 percent of the participants in such program may be individuals who do not meet the requirements of clause (ii) or (iii) of subparagraph (A), but who—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">are basic skills deficient, despite attainment of a secondary school diploma, General Education Development (GED) credential, or other State-recognized equivalent (including recognized alternative standards for individuals with disabilities); or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">have been referred by a local secondary school for participation in a YouthBuild program leading to the attainment of a secondary school diploma.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Participation limitation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An eligible individual selected for participation in a YouthBuild program shall be offered full-time participation in the program for a period of not less than 6 months and not more than 24 months.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum time devoted to educational services and activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A YouthBuild program receiving assistance under subsection (c) shall be structured so that participants in the program are offered—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">education and related services and activities designed to meet educational needs, such as those specified in clauses (iv) through (vii) of subsection (c)(2)(A), during at least 50 percent of the time during which the participants participate in the program; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">work and skill development activities such as those specified in clauses (i), (ii), (iii), and (viii) of subsection (c)(2)(A), during at least 40 percent of the time during which the participants participate in the program.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authority restriction.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No provision of this section may be construed to authorize any agency, officer, or employee of the United States to exercise any direction, supervision, or control over the curriculum, program of instruction, administration, or personnel of any educational institution (including a school) or school system, or over the selection of library resources, textbooks, or other printed or published instructional materials by any educational institution or school system.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/e/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State and local standards.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">All educational programs and activities supported with funds provided under subsection (c) shall be consistent with applicable State and local educational standards. Standards and procedures for the programs and activities that relate to awarding academic credit for and certifying educational attainment in such programs and activities shall be consistent with applicable State and local educational standards.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Management and Technical Assistance.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secretary assistance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may enter into contracts with 1 or more entities to provide assistance to the Secretary in the management, supervision, and coordination of the program carried out under this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Technical assistance.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/f/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contracts and grants.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall enter into contracts with or make grants to 1 or more qualified national nonprofit agencies, in order to provide training, information, technical assistance, and data management to recipients of grants under subsection (c).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/f/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reservation of funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the amounts available under subsection (h) to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall reserve 5 percent to carry out subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/f/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Capacity building grants.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/f/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In each fiscal year, the Secretary may use not more than 3 percent of the amounts available under subsection (h) to award grants to 1 or more qualified national nonprofit agencies to pay for the Federal share of the cost of capacity building activities.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/f/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Federal share.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Federal share of the cost described in subparagraph (A) shall be 25 percent. The non-Federal share shall be provided from private sources.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Subgrants and Contracts.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each recipient of a grant under subsection (c) to carry out a YouthBuild program shall provide the services and activities described in this section directly or through subgrants, contracts, or other arrangements with local educational agencies, postsecondary educational institutions, State or local housing development agencies, other public agencies, including agencies of Indian tribes, or private organizations.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/h" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="h">(h) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authorization of Appropriations.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/h/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There are authorized to be appropriated for each of fiscal years 2007 through 2012 such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s173A/h/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Fiscal year.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding section 189(g), appropriations for any fiscal year for programs and activities carried out under this section shall be available for obligation only on the basis of a fiscal year.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="174">SEC. 174. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2919">29 U.S.C. 2919</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Native American Programs; Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker Programs; Veterans' Workforce Investment Programs.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to paragraph (2), there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out sections 166 through 168 such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 1999 through 2003.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reservations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the amount appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/a/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">reserve not less than $55,000,000 for carrying out section 166;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/a/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">reserve not less than $70,000,000 for carrying out section 167; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/a/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">reserve not less than $7,300,000 for carrying out section 168.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Technical Assistance; Demonstration and Pilot Projects; Evaluations; Incentive Grants.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to paragraph (2), there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out sections 170 through 172 and section 503 such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 1999 through 2003.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reservations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the amount appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/A/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for fiscal year 1999, reserve up to 40 percent for carrying out section 170 (other than subsection (b) of such section);</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for fiscal year 2000, reserve up to 25 percent for carrying out section 170 (other than subsection (b) of such section); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/A/iii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2003, reserve up to 20 percent for carrying out section 170 (other than subsection (b) of such section);</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/B/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for fiscal year 1999, reserve not less than 50 percent for carrying out section 171; and</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for each of the fiscal years 2000 through 2003, reserve not less than 45 percent for carrying out section 171;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/C/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for fiscal year 1999, reserve not less than 10 percent for carrying out section 172; and</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/C/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for each of the fiscal years 2000 through 2003, reserve not less than 10 percent for carrying out section 172; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/D/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for fiscal year 1999, reserve no funds for carrying out section 503;</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/D/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for fiscal year 2000, reserve up to 20 percent for carrying out section 503; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/b/2/D/iii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2003, reserve up to 25 percent for carrying out section 503.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Assistance for Eligible Workers.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appropriations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">There are authorized to be appropriated and appropriated—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">to carry out subsection (a)(4)(A) of section 173—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/1/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">$10,000,000 for fiscal year 2002; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">$150,000,000 for the period of fiscal years 2009 through 2010; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to carry out subsection (a)(4)(B) of section 173, $50,000,000 for fiscal year 2002.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authorization of appropriations for subsequent fiscal years.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">There are authorized to be appropriated—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to carry out subsection (a)(4)(A) of section 173, $60,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2003 through 2007; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">to carry out subsection (a)(4)(B) of section 173—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">$100,000,000 for fiscal year 2003; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">$50,000,000 for fiscal year 2004.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability of funds.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds appropriated pursuant to—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">paragraphs (1)(A) and (2)(A) for each fiscal year shall, notwithstanding section 189(g), remain available for obligation during the pendency of any outstanding claim under the Trade Act of 1974, as amended by the Trade Act of 2002; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stD/s174/c/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">paragraph (1)(B) and (2)(B), for each fiscal year shall, notwithstanding section 189(g), remain available during the period that begins on the date of enactment of the Trade Act of 2002 and ends on September 30, 2004.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-dtd:subtitle" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">Subtitle E—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administration </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="181">SEC. 181. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2931">29 U.S.C. 2931</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REQUIREMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Benefits.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Wages.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/a/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Individuals in on-the-job training or individuals employed in activities under this title shall be compensated at the same rates, including periodic increases, as trainees or employees who are similarly situated in similar occupations by the same employer and who have similar training, experience, and skills, and such rates shall be in accordance with applicable law, but in no event less than the higher of the rate specified in section 6(a)(1) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (29 U.S.C. 206(a)(1)) or the applicable State or local minimum wage law.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/a/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Rule of construction.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The reference in subparagraph (A) to section 6(a)(1) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (29 U.S.C. 206(a)(1))—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/a/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall be deemed to be a reference to section 6(a)(3) of that Act for individuals in American Samoa; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/a/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall not be applicable for individuals in other territorial jurisdictions in which section 6 of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 does not apply.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Treatment of allowances, earnings, and payments.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Allowances, earnings, and payments to individuals participating in programs under this title shall not be considered as income for the purposes of determining eligibility for and the amount of income transfer and in-kind aid furnished under any Federal or federally assisted program based on need, other than as provided under the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 301 et seq.).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Labor Standards.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitations on activities that impact wages of employees.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No funds provided under this title shall be used to pay the wages of incumbent employees during their participation in economic development activities provided through a statewide workforce investment system.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Displacement.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A participant in a program or activity authorized under this title (referred to in this section as a “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">specified activity</quotedText>”) shall not displace (including a partial displacement, such as a reduction in the hours of nonovertime work, wages, or employment benefits) any currently employed employee (as of the date of the participation).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition on impairment of contracts.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A specified activity shall not impair an existing contract for services or collective bargaining agreement, and no such activity that would be inconsistent with the terms of a collective bargaining agreement shall be undertaken without the written concurrence of the labor organization and employer concerned.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Other prohibitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A participant in a specified activity shall not be employed in a job if—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any other individual is on layoff from the same or any substantially equivalent job;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the employer has terminated the employment of any regular employee or otherwise reduced the workforce of the employer with the intention of filling the vacancy so created with the participant; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the job is created in a promotional line that will infringe in any way upon the promotional opportunities of currently employed individuals (as of the date of the participation).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Health and safety.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Health and safety standards established under Federal and State law otherwise applicable to working conditions of employees shall be equally applicable to working conditions of participants engaged in specified activities. To the extent that a State workers' compensation law applies, workers' compensation shall be provided to participants on the same basis as the compensation is provided to other individuals in the State in similar employment.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Employment conditions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Individuals in on-the-job training or individuals employed in programs and activities under this title, shall be provided benefits and working conditions at the same level and to the same extent as other trainees or employees working a similar length of time and doing the same type of work.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Opportunity to submit comments.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Interested members of the public, including representatives of businesses and of labor organizations, shall be provided an opportunity to submit comments to the Secretary with respect to programs and activities proposed to be funded under subtitle B.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/b/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">No impact on union organizing.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each recipient of funds under this title shall provide to the Secretary assurances that none of such funds will be used to assist, promote, or deter union organizing.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Grievance Procedure.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each State and local area receiving an allotment under this title shall establish and maintain a procedure for grievances or complaints alleging violations of the requirements of this title from participants and other interested or affected parties. Such procedure shall include an opportunity for a hearing and be completed within 60 days after the filing of the grievance or complaint.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Investigation.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall investigate an allegation of a violation described in paragraph (1) if—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a decision relating to such violation has not been reached within 60 days after the date of the filing of the grievance or complaint and either party appeals to the Secretary; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a decision relating to such violation has been reached within such 60 days and the party to which such decision is adverse appeals such decision to the Secretary.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall make a final determination relating to an appeal made under subparagraph (A) no later than 120 days after receiving such appeal.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Remedies.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Remedies that may be imposed under this section for a violation of any requirement of this title shall be limited—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to suspension or termination of payments under this title;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to prohibition of placement of a participant with an employer that has violated any requirement under this title;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">where applicable, to reinstatement of an employee, payment of lost wages and benefits, and reestablishment of other relevant terms, conditions, and privileges of employment; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c/3/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">where appropriate, to other equitable relief.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Rule of construction.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in paragraph (3) shall be construed to prohibit a grievant or complainant from pursuing a remedy authorized under another Federal, State, or local law for a violation of this title.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Relocation.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition on use of funds to encourage or induce relocation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No funds provided under this title shall be used, or proposed for use, to encourage or induce the relocation of a business or part of a business if such relocation would result in a loss of employment for any employee of such business at the original location and such original location is within the United States.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition on use of funds for customized or skill training and related activities after relocation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No funds provided under this title for an employment and training activity shall be used for customized or skill training, on-the-job training, or company-specific assessments of job applicants or employees, for any business or part of a business that has relocated, until the date that is 120 days after the date on which such business commences operations at the new location, if the relocation of such business or part of a business results in a loss of employment for any employee of such business at the original location and such original location is within the United States.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repayment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Secretary determines that a violation of paragraph (1) or (2) has occurred, the Secretary shall require the State that has violated such paragraph to repay to the United States an amount equal to the amount expended in violation of such paragraph.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation on Use of Funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No funds available under this title shall be used for employment generating activities, economic development activities, investment in revolving loan funds, capitalization of businesses, investment in contract bidding resource centers, and similar activities that are not directly related to training for eligible individuals under this title. No funds available under subtitle B shall be used for foreign travel.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Testing and Sanctioning for Use of Controlled Substances.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a State shall not be prohibited by the Federal Government from—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/f/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">testing participants in programs under subtitle B for the use of controlled substances; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/f/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">sanctioning such participants who test positive for the use of such controlled substances.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional requirements.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/f/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Period of sanction.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In sanctioning participants in programs under subtitle B who test positive for the use of controlled substances—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/f/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">with respect to the first occurrence for which a participant tests positive, a State may exclude the participant from the program for a period not to exceed 6 months; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/f/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">with respect to the second occurrence and each subsequent occurrence for which a participant tests positive, a State may exclude the participant from the program for a period not to exceed 2 years.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/f/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appeal.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The testing of participants and the imposition of sanctions under this subsection shall be subject to expeditious appeal in accordance with due process procedures established by the State.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/f/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Privacy.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State shall establish procedures for testing participants for the use of controlled substances that ensure a maximum degree of privacy for the participants.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s181/f/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Funding requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In testing and sanctioning of participants for the use of controlled substances in accordance with this subsection, the only Federal funds that a State may use are the amounts made available for the administration of statewide workforce investment activities under section 134(a)(3)(B).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s182" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="182">SEC. 182. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2932">29 U.S.C. 2932</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PROMPT ALLOCATION OF FUNDS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s182/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allotments Based on Latest Available Data.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">All allotments to States and grants to outlying areas under this title shall be based on the latest available data and estimates satisfactory to the Secretary. All data relating to disadvantaged adults and disadvantaged youth shall be based on the most recent satisfactory data from the Bureau of the Census.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s182/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Publication in Federal Register Relating to Formula Funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Whenever the Secretary allots funds required to be allotted under this title, the Secretary shall publish in a timely fashion in the Federal Register the proposed amount to be distributed to each recipient of the funds.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s182/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirement for Funds Distributed by Formula.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">All funds required to be allotted under section 127 or 132 shall be allotted within 45 days after the date of enactment of the Act appropriating the funds, except that, if such funds are appropriated in advance as authorized by section 189(g), such funds shall be allotted or allocated not later than the March 31 preceding the program year for which such funds are to be available for obligation.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s182/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Publication in Federal Register Relating to Discretionary Funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Whenever the Secretary utilizes a formula to allot or allocate funds made available for distribution at the Secretary's discretion under this title, the Secretary shall, not later than 30 days prior to such allotment or allocation, publish such formula in the Federal Register for comments along with the rationale for the formula and the proposed amounts to be distributed to each State and local area. After consideration of any comments received, the Secretary shall publish final allotments and allocations in the Federal Register.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s182/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability of Funds.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds shall be made available under sections 128 and 133 for a local area not later than 30 days after the date the funds are made available to the Governor involved, under section 127 or 132 (as the case may be), or 7 days after the date the local plan for the area is approved, whichever is later.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s183" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="183">SEC. 183. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2933">29 U.S.C. 2933</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">MONITORING. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s183/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary is authorized to monitor all recipients of financial assistance under this title to determine whether the recipients are complying with the provisions of this title, including the regulations issued under this title.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s183/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Investigations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may investigate any matter the Secretary determines to be necessary to determine the compliance of the recipients with this title, including the regulations issued under this title. The investigations authorized by this subsection may include examining records (including making certified copies of the records), questioning employees, and entering any premises or onto any site in which any part of a program or activity of such a recipient is conducted or in which any of the records of the recipient are kept.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s183/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional Requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the purpose of any investigation or hearing conducted under this title by the Secretary, the provisions of section 9 of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 49) (relating to the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents) apply to the Secretary, in the same manner and to the same extent as the provisions apply to the Federal Trade Commission.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="184">SEC. 184. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2934">29 U.S.C. 2934</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">FISCAL CONTROLS; SANCTIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment of Fiscal Controls by States.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each State shall establish such fiscal control and fund accounting procedures as may be necessary to assure the proper disbursal of, and accounting for, Federal funds allocated to local areas under subtitle B. Such procedures shall ensure that all financial transactions carried out under subtitle B are conducted and records maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles applicable in each State.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Cost principles.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each State (including the Governor of the State), local area (including the chief elected official for the area), and provider receiving funds under this title shall comply with the applicable uniform cost principles included in the appropriate circulars of the Office of Management and Budget for the type of entity receiving the funds.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The funds made available to a State for administration of statewide workforce investment activities in accordance with section 134(a)(3)(B) shall be allocable to the overall administration of workforce investment activities, but need not be specifically allocable to—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/2/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the administration of adult employment and training activities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/2/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the administration of dislocated worker employment and training activities; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/2/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">administration of youth activities.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Uniform administrative requirements.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each State (including the Governor of the State), local area (including the chief elected official for the area), and provider receiving funds under this title shall comply with the appropriate uniform administrative requirements for grants and agreements applicable for the type of entity receiving the funds, as promulgated in circulars or rules of the Office of Management and Budget.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Procurement transactions under this title between local boards and units of State or local governments shall be conducted only on a cost-reimbursable basis.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Monitoring.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each Governor of a State shall conduct on an annual basis onsite monitoring of each local area within the State to ensure compliance with the uniform administrative requirements referred to in paragraph (3).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Action by governor.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Governor determines that a local area is not in compliance with the uniform administrative requirements referred to in paragraph (3), the Governor shall—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/5/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">require corrective action to secure prompt compliance; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/5/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">impose the sanctions provided under subsection (b) in the event of failure to take the required corrective action.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Certification.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor shall, every 2 years, certify to the Secretary that—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/6/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the State has implemented the uniform administrative requirements referred to in paragraph (3);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/6/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the State has monitored local areas to ensure compliance with the uniform administrative requirements as required under paragraph (4); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/6/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the State has taken appropriate action to secure compliance pursuant to paragraph (5).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Action by the secretary.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Secretary determines that the Governor has not fulfilled the requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/7/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">require corrective action to secure prompt compliance; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/a/7/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">impose the sanctions provided under subsection (e) in the event of failure of the Governor to take the required appropriate action to secure compliance.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Substantial Violation.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Action by governor.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">If, as a result of financial and compliance audits or otherwise, the Governor determines that there is a substantial violation of a specific provision of this title, and corrective action has not been taken, the Governor shall—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">issue a notice of intent to revoke approval of all or part of the local plan affected; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">impose a reorganization plan, which may include—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">decertifying the local board involved;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">prohibiting the use of eligible providers;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/1/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">selecting an alternative entity to administer the program for the local area involved;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/1/B/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">merging the local area into one or more other local areas; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/1/B/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">making other such changes as the Secretary or Governor determines necessary to secure compliance.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appeal.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The actions taken by the Governor pursuant to subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (1) may be appealed to the Secretary and shall not become effective until—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the time for appeal has expired; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary has issued a decision.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall make a final decision under subparagraph (A) not later than 45 days after the receipt of the appeal.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Action by the secretary.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Governor fails to promptly take the actions required under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall take such actions.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repayment of Certain Amounts to the United States.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Every recipient of funds under this title shall repay to the United States amounts found not to have been expended in accordance with this title.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Offset of repayment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Secretary determines that a State has expended funds made available under this title in a manner contrary to the requirements of this title, the Secretary may offset repayment of such expenditures against any other amount to which the State is or may be entitled, except as provided under subsection (d)(1).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repayment from deduction by state.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Secretary requires a State to repay funds as a result of a determination that a local area of the State has expended funds contrary to the requirements of this title, the Governor of the State may use an amount deducted under paragraph (4) to repay the funds, except as provided under subsection (e)(1).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/c/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Deduction by state.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor may deduct an amount equal to the misexpenditure described in paragraph (3) from subsequent program year allocations to the local area from funds reserved for the administrative costs of the local programs involved, as appropriate.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/c/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A deduction made by a State as described in paragraph (4) shall not be made until such time as the Governor has taken appropriate corrective action to ensure full compliance within such local area with regard to appropriate expenditures of funds under this title.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repayment of Amounts.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each recipient of funds under this title shall be liable to repay the amounts described in subsection (c)(1), from funds other than funds received under this title, upon a determination by the Secretary that the misexpenditure of funds was due to willful disregard of the requirements of this title, gross negligence, failure to observe accepted standards of administration, or a pattern of misexpenditure as described in paragraphs (2) and (3) of subsection (c). No such determination shall be made under this subsection or subsection (c) until notice and opportunity for a fair hearing has been given to the recipient.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Factors in imposing sanctions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In determining whether to impose any sanction authorized by this section against a recipient for violations by a subgrantee or contractor of such recipient under this title (including the regulations issued under this title), the Secretary shall first determine whether such recipient has adequately demonstrated that the recipient has—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/d/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">established and adhered to an appropriate system for the award and monitoring of grants and contracts with subgrantees and contractors that contains acceptable standards for ensuring accountability;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/d/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">entered into a written grant agreement or contract with such subgrantee or contractor that established clear goals and obligations in unambiguous terms;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/d/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">acted with due diligence to monitor the implementation of the grant agreement or contract, including the carrying out of the appropriate monitoring activities (including audits) at reasonable intervals; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/d/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">taken prompt and appropriate corrective action upon becoming aware of any evidence of a violation of this title, including regulations issued under this title, by such subgrantee or contractor.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Waiver.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Secretary determines that the recipient has demonstrated substantial compliance with the requirements of paragraph (2), the Secretary may waive the imposition of sanctions authorized by this section upon such recipient. The Secretary is authorized to impose any sanction consistent with the provisions of this title and any applicable Federal or State law directly against any subgrantee or contractor for violation of this title, including regulations issued under this title.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Immediate Termination or Suspension of Assistance in Emergency Situations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In emergency situations, if the Secretary determines it is necessary to protect the integrity of the funds or ensure the proper operation of the program or activity involved, the Secretary may immediately terminate or suspend financial assistance, in whole or in part, to the recipient if the recipient is given prompt notice and the opportunity for a subsequent hearing within 30 days after such termination or suspension. The Secretary shall not delegate any of the functions or authority specified in this subsection, other than to an officer whose appointment is required to be made by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Discrimination Against Participants.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Secretary determines that any recipient under this title has discharged or in any other manner discriminated against a participant or against any individual in connection with the administration of the program involved, or against any individual because such individual has filed any complaint or instituted or caused to be instituted any proceeding under or related to this title, or has testified or is about to testify in any such proceeding or investigation under or related to this title, or otherwise unlawfully denied to any individual a benefit to which that individual is entitled under the provisions of this title or the Secretary's regulations, the Secretary shall, within 30 days, take such action or order such corrective measures, as necessary, with respect to the recipient or the aggrieved individual, or both.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s184/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Remedies.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The remedies described in this section shall not be construed to be the exclusive remedies available for violations described in this section.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="185">SEC. 185. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2935">29 U.S.C. 2935</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REPORTS; RECORDKEEPING; INVESTIGATIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reports.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Recipients of funds under this title shall keep records that are sufficient to permit the preparation of reports required by this title and to permit the tracing of funds to a level of expenditure adequate to ensure that the funds have not been spent unlawfully.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Submission to the secretary.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Every such recipient shall maintain such records and submit such reports, in such form and containing such information, as the Secretary may require regarding the performance of programs and activities carried out under this title. Such records and reports shall be submitted to the Secretary but shall not be required to be submitted more than once each quarter unless specifically requested by Congress or a committee of Congress, in which case an estimate may be provided.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Maintenance of standardized records.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to allow for the preparation of the reports required under subsection (c), such recipients shall maintain standardized records for all individual participants and provide to the Secretary a sufficient number of such records to provide for an adequate analysis of the records.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability to the public.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/a/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subparagraph (B), records maintained by such recipients pursuant to this subsection shall be made available to the public upon request.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/a/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subparagraph (A) shall not apply to—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/a/4/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information, the disclosure of which would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/a/4/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">trade secrets, or commercial or financial information, that is obtained from a person and privileged or confidential.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/a/4/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Fees to recover costs.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such recipients may charge fees sufficient to recover costs applicable to the processing of requests for records under subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Investigations of Use of Funds.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secretary.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to evaluate compliance with the provisions of this title, the Secretary shall conduct, in several States, in each fiscal year, investigations of the use of funds received by recipients under this title.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Comptroller general of the united states.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to ensure compliance with the provisions of this title, the Comptroller General of the United States may conduct investigations of the use of funds received under this title by any recipient.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In conducting any investigation under this title, the Secretary or the Comptroller General of the United States may not request the compilation of any information that the recipient is not otherwise required to compile and that is not readily available to such recipient.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Audits.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/b/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In carrying out any audit under this title (other than any initial audit survey or any audit investigating possible criminal or fraudulent conduct), either directly or through grant or contract, the Secretary, the Inspector General of the Department of Labor, or the Comptroller General of the United States shall furnish to the State, recipient, or other entity to be audited, advance notification of the overall objectives and purposes of the audit, and any extensive recordkeeping or data requirements to be met, not later than 14 days (or as soon as practicable), prior to the commencement of the audit.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/b/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Notification requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the scope, objectives, or purposes of the audit change substantially during the course of the audit, the entity being audited shall be notified of the change as soon as practicable.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/b/3/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The reports on the results of such audits shall cite the law, regulation, policy, or other criteria applicable to any finding contained in the reports.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/b/3/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Rule of construction.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing contained in this title shall be construed so as to be inconsistent with the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.) or government auditing standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Accessibility of Reports.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each State, each local board, and each recipient (other than a subrecipient, subgrantee, or contractor of a recipient) receiving funds under this title—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall make readily accessible such reports concerning its operations and expenditures as shall be prescribed by the Secretary;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall prescribe and maintain comparable management information systems, in accordance with guidelines that shall be prescribed by the Secretary, designed to facilitate the uniform compilation, cross tabulation, and analysis of programmatic, participant, and financial data, on statewide, local area, and other appropriate bases, necessary for reporting, monitoring, and evaluating purposes, including data necessary to comply with section 188; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall monitor the performance of providers in complying with the terms of grants, contracts, or other agreements made pursuant to this title.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Information To Be Included in Reports.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The reports required in subsection (c) shall include information regarding programs and activities carried out under this title pertaining to—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/d/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the relevant demographic characteristics (including race, ethnicity, sex, and age) and other related information regarding participants;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/d/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the programs and activities in which participants are enrolled, and the length of time that participants are engaged in such programs and activities;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/d/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">outcomes of the programs and activities for participants, including the occupations of participants, and placement for participants in nontraditional employment;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/d/1/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">specified costs of the programs and activities; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/d/1/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information necessary to prepare reports to comply with section 188.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall ensure that all elements of the information required for the reports described in paragraph (1) are defined and reported uniformly.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Quarterly Financial Reports.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each local board in the State shall submit quarterly financial reports to the Governor with respect to programs and activities carried out under this title. Such reports shall include information identifying all program and activity costs by cost category in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and by year of the appropriation involved.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each State shall submit to the Secretary, on a quarterly basis, a summary of the reports submitted to the Governor pursuant to paragraph (1).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Maintenance of Additional Records.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each State and local board shall maintain records with respect to programs and activities carried out under this title that identify—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any income or profits earned, including such income or profits earned by subrecipients; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any costs incurred (such as stand-in costs) that are otherwise allowable except for funding limitations.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s185/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Cost Categories.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In requiring entities to maintain records of costs by category under this title, the Secretary shall require only that the costs be categorized as administrative or programmatic costs.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s186" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="186">SEC. 186. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2936">29 U.S.C. 2936</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUDICATION. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s186/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Whenever any applicant for financial assistance under this title is dissatisfied because the Secretary has made a determination not to award financial assistance in whole or in part to such applicant, the applicant may request a hearing before an administrative law judge of the Department of Labor. A similar hearing may also be requested by any recipient for whom a corrective action has been required or a sanction has been imposed by the Secretary under section 184.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s186/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appeal.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The decision of the administrative law judge shall constitute final action by the Secretary unless, within 20 days after receipt of the decision of the administrative law judge, a party dissatisfied with the decision or any part of the decision has filed exceptions with the Secretary specifically identifying the procedure, fact, law, or policy to which exception is taken. Any exception not specifically urged shall be deemed to have been waived. After the 20-day period the decision of the administrative law judge shall become the final decision of the Secretary unless the Secretary, within 30 days after such filing, has notified the parties that the case involved has been accepted for review.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s186/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Time Limit.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any case accepted for review by the Secretary under subsection (b) shall be decided within 180 days after such acceptance. If the case is not decided within the 180-day period, the decision of the administrative law judge shall become the final decision of the Secretary at the end of the 180-day period.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s186/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional Requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The provisions of section 187 shall apply to any final action of the Secretary under this section.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s187" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="187">SEC. 187. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2937">29 U.S.C. 2937</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">JUDICIAL REVIEW. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s187/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Review.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s187/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Petition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">With respect to any final order by the Secretary under section 186 by which the Secretary awards, declines to award, or only conditionally awards, financial assistance under his title, or any final order of the Secretary under section 186 with respect to a corrective action or sanction imposed under section 184, any party to a proceeding which resulted in such final order may obtain review of such final order in the United States Court of Appeals having jurisdiction over the applicant or recipient of funds involved, by filing a review petition within 30 days after the date of issuance of such final order.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s187/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Action on petition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The clerk of the court shall transmit a copy of the review petition to the Secretary who shall file the record on which the final order was entered as provided in section 2112 of title 28, United States Code. The filing of a review petition shall not stay the order of the Secretary, unless the court orders a stay. Petitions filed under this subsection shall be heard expeditiously, if possible within 10 days after the date of filing of a reply to the petition.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s187/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Standard and scope of review.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No objection to the order of the Secretary shall be considered by the court unless the objection was specifically urged, in a timely manner, before the Secretary. The review shall be limited to questions of law and the findings of fact of the Secretary shall be conclusive if supported by substantial evidence.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s187/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Judgment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The court shall have jurisdiction to make and enter a decree affirming, modifying, or setting aside the order of the Secretary in whole or in part. The judgment of the court regarding the order shall be final, subject to certiorari review by the Supreme Court as provided in section 1254(1) of title 28, United States Code.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="188">SEC. 188. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2938">29 U.S.C. 2938</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">NONDISCRIMINATION. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Federal financial assistance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the purpose of applying the prohibitions against discrimination on the basis of age under the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (42 U.S.C. 6101 et seq.), on the basis of disability under section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 794), on the basis of sex under title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.), or on the basis of race, color, or national origin under title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d et seq.), programs and activities funded or otherwise financially assisted in whole or in part under this Act are considered to be programs and activities receiving Federal financial assistance.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition of discrimination regarding participation, benefits, and employment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, subjected to discrimination under, or denied employment in the administration of or in connection with, any such program or activity because of race, color, religion, sex (except as otherwise permitted under title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972), national origin, age, disability, or political affiliation or belief.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition on assistance for facilities for sectarian instruction or religious worship.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Participants shall not be employed under this title to carry out the construction, operation, or maintenance of any part of any facility that is used or to be used for sectarian instruction or as a place for religious worship (except with respect to the maintenance of a facility that is not primarily or inherently devoted to sectarian instruction or religious worship, in a case in which the organization operating the facility is part of a program or activity providing services to participants).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition on discrimination on basis of participant status.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No person may discriminate against an individual who is a participant in a program or activity that receives funds under this title, with respect to the terms and conditions affecting, or rights provided to, the individual, solely because of the status of the individual as a participant.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188/a/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition on discrimination against certain noncitizens.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Participation in programs and activities or receiving funds under this title shall be available to citizens and nationals of the United States, lawfully admitted permanent resident aliens, refugees, asylees, and parolees, and other immigrants authorized by the Attorney General to work in the United States.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Action of Secretary.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Whenever the Secretary finds that a State or other recipient of funds under this title has failed to comply with a provision of law referred to in subsection (a)(1), or with paragraph (2), (3), (4), or (5) of subsection (a), including an applicable regulation prescribed to carry out such provision or paragraph, the Secretary shall notify such State or recipient and shall request that the State or recipient comply. If within a reasonable period of time, not to exceed 60 days, the State or recipient fails or refuses to comply, the Secretary may—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">refer the matter to the Attorney General with a recommendation that an appropriate civil action be instituted; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">take such other action as may be provided by law.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Action of Attorney General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">When a matter is referred to the Attorney General pursuant to subsection (b)(1), or whenever the Attorney General has reason to believe that a State or other recipient of funds under this title is engaged in a pattern or practice of discrimination in violation of a provision of law referred to in subsection (a)(1) or in violation of paragraph (2), (3), (4), or (5) of subsection (a), the Attorney General may bring a civil action in any appropriate district court of the United States for such relief as may be appropriate, including injunctive relief.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Job Corps.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the purposes of this section, Job Corps members shall be considered as the ultimate beneficiaries of Federal financial assistance.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s188/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Regulations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall issue regulations necessary to implement this section not later than one year after the date of the enactment of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. Such regulations shall adopt standards for determining discrimination and procedures for enforcement that are consistent with the Acts referred to in a subsection (a)(1), as well as procedures to ensure that complaints filed under this section and such Acts are processed in a manner that avoids duplication of effort.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="189">SEC. 189. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2939">29 U.S.C. 2939</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may, in accordance with chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code, prescribe rules and regulations to carry out this title only to the extent necessary to administer and ensure compliance with the requirements of this title. Such rules and regulations may include provisions making adjustments authorized by section 204 of the Intergovernmental Cooperation Act of 1968. All such rules and regulations shall be published in the Federal Register at least 30 days prior to their effective dates. Copies of each such rule or regulation shall be transmitted to the appropriate committees of Congress on the date of such publication and shall contain, with respect to each material provision of such rule or regulation, a citation to the particular substantive section of law that is the basis for the provision.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Acquisition of Certain Property and Services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary is authorized, in carrying out this title, to accept, purchase, or lease in the name of the Department of Labor, and employ or dispose of in furtherance of the purposes of this title, any money or property, real, personal, or mixed, tangible or intangible, received by gift, devise, bequest, or otherwise, and to accept voluntary and uncompensated services notwithstanding the provisions of section 1342 of title 31, United States Code.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authority To Enter Into Certain Agreements and To Make Certain Expenditures.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may make such grants, enter into such contracts or agreements, establish such procedures, and make such payments, in installments and in advance or by way of reimbursement, or otherwise allocate or expend such funds under this title, as may be necessary to carry out this title, including making expenditures for construction, repairs, and capital improvements, and including making necessary adjustments in payments on account of over-payments or underpayments.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Annual Report.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall prepare and submit to Congress an annual report regarding the programs and activities carried out under this title. The Secretary shall include in such report—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a summary of the achievements, failures, and problems of the programs and activities in meeting the objectives of this title;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a summary of major findings from research, evaluations, pilot projects, and experiments conducted under this title in the fiscal year prior to the submission of the report;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">recommendations for modifications in the programs and activities based on analysis of such findings; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/d/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such other recommendations for legislative or administrative action as the Secretary determines to be appropriate.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Utilization of Services and Facilities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary is authorized, in carrying out this title, under the same procedures as are applicable under subsection (c) or to the extent permitted by law other than this title, to accept and use the services and facilities of departments, agencies, and establishments of the United States. The Secretary is also authorized, in carrying out this title, to accept and use the services and facilities of the agencies of any State or political subdivision of a State, with the consent of the State or political subdivision.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Obligational Authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, the Secretary shall have no authority to enter into contracts, grant agreements, or other financial assistance agreements under this title except to such extent and in such amounts as are provided in advance in appropriations Acts.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Program Year.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/g/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/g/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Program year.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subparagraph (B) and section 173A, appropriations for any fiscal year for programs and activities carried out under this title shall be available for obligation only on the basis of a program year. The program year shall begin on July 1 in the fiscal year for which the appropriation is made.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/g/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Youth activities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may make available for obligation, beginning April 1 of any fiscal year, funds appropriated for such fiscal year to carry out youth activities under subtitle B.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/g/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds obligated for any program year for a program or activity carried out under this title may be expended by each State receiving such funds during that program year and the 2 succeeding program years. Funds obligated for any program year for a program or activity carried out under section 171 or 172 shall remain available until expended. Funds received by local areas from States under this title during a program year may be expended during that program year and the succeeding program year. No amount of the funds described in this paragraph shall be deobligated on account of a rate of expenditure that is consistent with a State plan, an operating plan described in section 151, or a plan, grant agreement, contract, application, or other agreement described in subtitle D, as appropriate.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/h" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="h">(h) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Enforcement of Military Selective Service Act.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall ensure that each individual participating in any program or activity established under this title, or receiving any assistance or benefit under this title, has not violated section 3 of the Military Selective Service Act (50 U.S.C. App. 453) by not presenting and submitting to registration as required pursuant to such section. The Director of the Selective Service System shall cooperate with the Secretary to enable the Secretary to carry out this subsection.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Waivers and Special Rules.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Existing waivers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">With respect to a State that has been granted a waiver under the provisions relating to training and employment services of the Department of Labor in title I of the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 1998 (Public Law 105–78; 111 Stat. 1467), the authority provided under such waiver shall continue in effect and apply, and include a waiver of the related provisions of subtitle B and this subtitle, for the duration of the initial waiver.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Special rule regarding designated areas.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State that has enacted, not later than December 31, 1997, a State law providing for the designation of service delivery areas for the delivery of workforce investment activities, may use such areas as local areas under this title, notwithstanding section 116.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Special rule regarding sanctions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State that enacts, not later than December 31, 1997, a State law providing for the sanctioning of such service delivery areas for failure to meet performance measures for workforce investment activities, may use the State law to sanction local areas for failure to meet State performance measures under this title.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">General waivers of statutory or regulatory requirements.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">General authority.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary may waive for a State, or a local area in a State, pursuant to a request submitted by the Governor of the State (in consultation with appropriate local elected officials) that meets the requirements of subparagraph (B)—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any of the statutory or regulatory requirements of subtitle B or this subtitle (except for requirements relating to wage and labor standards, including nondisplacement protections, worker rights, participation and protection of workers and participants, grievance procedures and judicial review, nondiscrimination, allocation of funds to local areas, eligibility of providers or participants, the establishment and functions of local areas and local boards, and procedures for review and approval of plans); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any of the statutory or regulatory requirements of sections 8 through 10 of the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49g through 49i) (excluding requirements relating to the provision of services to unemployment insurance claimants and veterans, and requirements relating to universal access to basic labor exchange services without cost to jobseekers).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requests.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A Governor requesting a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit a plan to the Secretary to improve the statewide workforce investment system that—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">identifies the statutory or regulatory requirements that are requested to be waived and the goals that the State or local area in the State, as appropriate, intends to achieve as a result of the waiver;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">describes the actions that the State or local area, as appropriate, has undertaken to remove State or local statutory or regulatory barriers;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">describes the goals of the waiver and the expected programmatic outcomes if the request is granted;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4/B/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">describes the individuals impacted by the waiver; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4/B/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">describes the process used to monitor the progress in implementing such a waiver, and the process by which notice and an opportunity to comment on such request has been provided to the local board.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conditions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 90 days after the date of the original submission of a request for a waiver under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall provide a waiver under this paragraph if and only to the extent that—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary determines that the requirements requested to be waived impede the ability of the State or local area, as appropriate, to implement the plan described in subparagraph (B); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s189/i/4/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the State has executed a memorandum of understanding with the Secretary requiring such State to meet, or ensure that the local area meets, agreed-upon outcomes and to implement other appropriate measures to ensure accountability.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s190" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="190">SEC. 190. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2940">29 U.S.C. 2940</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REFERENCES. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s190/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">References to Comprehensive Employment and Training Act.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as otherwise specified, a reference in a Federal law (other than a reference in a provision amended by the Reading Excellence Act) to a provision of the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s190/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">effective on the date of enactment of this Act, shall be deemed to refer to the corresponding provision of the Job Training Partnership Act or of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s190/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">effective on July 1, 2000, shall be deemed to refer to the corresponding provision of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s190/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">References to Job Training Partnership Act.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as otherwise specified, a reference in a Federal law (other than a reference in this Act or a reference in a provision amended by the Reading Excellence Act) to a provision of the Job Training Partnership Act—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s190/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">effective on the date of enactment of this Act, shall be deemed to refer to that provision or the corresponding provision of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s190/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">effective on July 1, 2000, shall be deemed to refer to the corresponding provision of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s191" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="191">SEC. 191. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2941">29 U.S.C. 2941</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STATE LEGISLATIVE AUTHORITY. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s191/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authority of State Legislature.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this title shall be interpreted to preclude the enactment of State legislation providing for the implementation, consistent with the provisions of this title, of the activities assisted under this title. Any funds received by a State under this title shall be subject to appropriation by the State legislature, consistent with the terms and conditions required under this title.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s191/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Interstate Compacts and Cooperative Agreements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In the event that compliance with provisions of this title would be enhanced by compacts and cooperative agreements between States, the consent of Congress is given to States to enter into such compacts and agreements to facilitate such compliance, subject to the approval of the Secretary.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="192">SEC. 192. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2942">29 U.S.C. 2942</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">WORKFORCE FLEXIBILITY PLANS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Plans.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State may submit to the Secretary, and the Secretary may approve, a workforce flexibility plan under which the State is authorized to waive, in accordance with the plan—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any of the statutory or regulatory requirements applicable under this title to local areas, pursuant to applications for such waivers from the local areas, except for requirements relating to the basic purposes of this title, wage and labor standards, grievance procedures and judicial review, nondiscrimination, eligibility of participants, allocation of funds to local areas, establishment and functions of local areas and local boards, review and approval of local plans, and worker rights, participation, and protection;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any of the statutory or regulatory requirements applicable under sections 8 through 10 of the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49g through 49i) to the State, except for requirements relating to the provision of services to unemployment insurance claimants and veterans, and to universal access to basic labor exchange services without cost to jobseekers; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any of the statutory or regulatory requirements applicable under the Older Americans Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. 3001 et seq.) to State agencies on aging with respect to activities carried out using funds allotted under section 506(a)(3) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3056d(a)(3)), except for requirements relating to the basic purposes of such Act, wage and labor standards, eligibility of participants in the activities, and standards for agreements.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Content of Plans.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A workforce flexibility plan implemented by a State under subsection (a) shall include descriptions of—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1)</num><subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/b/1/A" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the process by which local areas in the State may submit and obtain approval by the State of applications for waivers of requirements applicable under this title; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/b/1/B" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the requirements described in subparagraph (A) that are likely to be waived by the State under the plan;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the requirements applicable under sections 8 through 10 of the Wagner-Peyser Act that are proposed to be waived, if any;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the requirements applicable under the Older Americans Act of 1965 that are proposed to be waived, if any;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the outcomes to be achieved by the waivers described in paragraphs (1) through (3); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/b/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">other measures to be taken to ensure appropriate accountability for Federal funds in connection with the waivers.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Periods.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may approve a workforce flexibility plan for a period of not more than 5 years.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s192/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Opportunity for Public Comments.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Prior to submitting a workforce flexibility plan to the Secretary for approval, the State shall provide to all interested parties and to the general public adequate notice and a reasonable opportunity for comment on the waiver requests proposed to be implemented pursuant to such plan.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s193" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="193">SEC. 193. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2943">29 U.S.C. 2943</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TRANSFER OF FEDERAL EQUITY IN STATE EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REAL PROPERTY TO THE STATES. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s193/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Transfer of Federal Equity.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any Federal equity acquired in real property through grants to States awarded under title III of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 501 et seq.) or under the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49 et seq.) is transferred to the States that used the grants for the acquisition of such equity. The portion of any real property that is attributable to the Federal equity transferred under this section shall be used to carry out activities authorized under this Act, the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49 et seq.), or title III of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 501 et seq.). Any disposition of such real property shall be carried out in accordance with the procedures prescribed by the Secretary and the portion of the proceeds from the disposition of such real property that is attributable to the Federal equity transferred under this section shall be used to carry out activities authorized under this Act, the Wagner-Peyser Act, or title III of the Social Security Act.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s193/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation on Use.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State shall not use funds awarded under this Act, the Wagner-Peyser Act, or title III of the Social Security Act to amortize the costs of real property that is purchased by any State on or after the date of enactment of the Revised Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="194">SEC. 194. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2944">29 U.S.C. 2944</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CONTINUATION OF STATE ACTIVITIES AND POLICIES. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, the Secretary may not deny approval of a State plan for a covered State, or an application of a covered State for financial assistance, under this title or find a covered State (including a State board or Governor), or a local area (including a local board or chief elected official) in a covered State, in violation of a provision of this title, on the basis that—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1)</num><subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194/a/1/A" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the State proposes to allocate or disburse, allocates, or disburses, within the State, funds made available to the State under section 127 or 132 in accordance with the allocation formula for the type of activities involved, or in accordance with a disbursal procedure or process, used by the State under prior consistent State laws; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194/a/1/B" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a local board in the State proposes to disburse, or disburses, within the local area, funds made available to a State under section 127 or 132 in accordance with a disbursal procedure or process used by a private industry council under prior consistent State law;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the State proposes to carry out or carries out a State procedure through which local areas use, as fiscal agents for funds made available to the State under section 127 or 132 and allocated within the State, fiscal agents selected in accordance with a process established under prior consistent State laws;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the State proposes to carry out or carries out a State procedure through which the local board in the State (or the local boards, the chief elected officials in the State, and the Governor) designate or select the one-stop partners and one-stop operators of the statewide system in the State under prior consistent State laws, in lieu of making the designation, or certification described in section 121 (regardless of the date the one-stop delivery systems involved have been established);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the State proposes to carry out or carries out a State procedure through which the persons responsible for selecting eligible providers for purposes of subtitle B are permitted to determine that a provider shall not be selected to provide both intake services under section 134(d)(2) and training services under section 134(d)(4), under prior consistent State laws;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194/a/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the State proposes to designate or designates a State board, or proposes to assign or assigns functions and roles of the State board (including determining the time periods for development and submission of a State plan required under section 112), for purposes of subtitle B in accordance with prior consistent State laws; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194/a/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a local board in the State proposes to use or carry out, uses, or carries out a local plan (including assigning functions and roles of the local board) for purposes of subtitle B in accordance with the authorities and requirements applicable to local plans and private industry councils under prior consistent State laws.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Covered state.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">covered State</term>” means a State that enacted State laws described in paragraph (2).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s194/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prior consistent state laws.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">prior consistent State laws</term>” means State laws, not inconsistent with the Job Training Partnership Act or any other applicable Federal law, that took effect on September 1, 1993, September 1, 1995, and September 1, 1997.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="195">SEC. 195. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2945">29 U.S.C. 2945</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">GENERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as otherwise provided in this title, the following conditions are applicable to all programs under this title:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each program under this title shall provide employment and training opportunities to those who can benefit from, and who are most in need of, such opportunities. In addition, efforts shall be made to develop programs which contribute to occupational development, upward mobility, development of new careers, and opportunities for nontraditional employment.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds provided under this title shall only be used for activities that are in addition to those that would otherwise be available in the local area in the absence of such funds.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3)</num><subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/3/A" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any local area may enter into an agreement with another local area (including a local area that is a city or county within the same labor market) to pay or share the cost of educating, training, or placing individuals participating in programs assisted under this title, including the provision of supportive services.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/3/B" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such agreement shall be approved by each local board providing guidance to the local area and shall be described in the local plan under section 118.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">On-the-job training contracts under this title shall not be entered into with employers who have received payments under previous contracts and have exhibited a pattern of failing to provide on-the-job training participants with continued long-term employment as regular employees with wages and employment benefits (including health benefits) and working conditions at the same level and to the same extent as other employees working a similar length of time and doing the same type of work.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No person or organization may charge an individual a fee for the placement or referral of the individual in or to a workforce investment activity under this title.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall not provide financial assistance for any program under this title that involves political activities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7)</num><subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/7/A" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Income under any program administered by a public or private nonprofit entity may be retained by such entity only if such income is used to continue to carry out the program.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/7/B" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Income subject to the requirements of subparagraph (A) shall include—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/7/B/i" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">receipts from goods or services (including conferences) provided as a result of activities funded under this title;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/7/B/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">funds provided to a service provider under this title that are in excess of the costs associated with the services provided; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/7/B/iii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">interest income earned on funds received under this title.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/7/C" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this paragraph, each entity receiving financial assistance under this title shall maintain records sufficient to determine the amount of such income received and the purposes for which such income is expended.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8)</num><subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/8/A" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall notify the Governor and the appropriate local board and chief elected official of, and consult with the Governor and such board and official concerning, any activity to be funded by the Secretary under this title within the corresponding State or local area.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/8/B" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor shall notify the appropriate local board and chief elected official of, and consult with such board and official concerning, any activity to be funded by the Governor under this title within the corresponding local area.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/9" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9)</num><subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/9/A" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">All education programs for youth supported with funds provided under chapter 4 of subtitle B shall be consistent with applicable State and local educational standards.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/9/B" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Standards and procedures with respect to awarding academic credit and certifying educational attainment in programs conducted under such chapter shall be consistent with the requirements of applicable State and local law, including regulation.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/10" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="10">(10) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No funds available under this title may be used for public service employment except as specifically authorized under this title.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/11" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="11">(11) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Federal requirements governing the title, use, and disposition of real property, equipment, and supplies purchased with funds provided under this title shall be the Federal requirements generally applicable to Federal grants to States and local governments.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/12" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="12">(12) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this title shall be construed to provide an individual with an entitlement to a service under this title.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/13" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="13">(13) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Services, facilities, or equipment funded under this title may be used, as appropriate, on a fee-for-service basis, by employers in a local area in order to provide employment and training activities to incumbent workers—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/13/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">when such services, facilities, or equipment are not in use for the provision of services for eligible participants under this title;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/13/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if such use for incumbent workers would not have an adverse affect on the provision of services to eligible participants under this title; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stE/s195/13/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the income derived from such fees is used to carry out the programs authorized under this title.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-dtd:subtitle" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">Subtitle F—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repeals and Conforming Amendments </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="199">SEC. 199. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REPEALS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">General Immediate Repeals.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The following provisions are repealed:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 204 of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (8 U.S.C. 1255a note).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Title II of Public Law 95–250 (92 Stat. 172).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Displaced Homemakers Self-Sufficiency Assistance Act (29 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.).</content> </paragraph><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph"> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4"><b>[</b>(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Repealed.<b>]</b></content> </paragraph></editorialNote> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/a/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subtitle C of title VII of the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11441 et seq.), except section 738 of such title (42 U.S.C. 11448).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/a/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subchapter I of chapter 421 of title 49, United States Code.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Subsequent Repeals.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The following provisions are repealed:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Title VII of the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11421 et seq.), except subtitle B and section 738 of such title (42 U.S.C. 11431 et seq. and 11448).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Job Training Partnership Act (29 U.S.C. 1501 et seq.).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effective Dates.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Immediate repeals.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The repeals made by subsection (a) shall take effect on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Subsequent repeals.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Stewart b. mckinney homeless assistance act.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The repeal made by subsection (b)(1) shall take effect on July 1, 1999.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Job training partnership act.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The repeal made by subsection (b)(2) shall take effect on July 1, 2000.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="199A">SEC. 199A. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2940">29 U.S.C. 2940 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CONFORMING AMENDMENTS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199A/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Preparation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">After consultation with the appropriate committees of Congress and the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, the Secretary shall prepare recommended legislation containing technical and conforming amendments to reflect the changes made by this subtitle.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tI/stF/s199A/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Submission to Congress.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress the recommended legislation referred to under subsection (a).</content> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">TITLE II—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ADULT EDUCATION AND LITERACY </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s201" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="201">SEC. 201. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9201">20 U.S.C. 9201 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">SHORT TITLE. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">This title may be cited as the “<shortTitle style="-uslm-dtd:quote"><inline style="-uslm-dtd:short-title">Adult Education and Family Literacy Act</inline></shortTitle>”.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s202" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="202">SEC. 202. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9201">20 U.S.C. 9201</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PURPOSE. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">It is the purpose of this title to create a partnership among the Federal Government, States, and localities to provide, on a voluntary basis, adult education and literacy services, in order to—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s202/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assist adults to become literate and obtain the knowledge and skills necessary for employment and self-sufficiency;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s202/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assist adults who are parents to obtain the educational skills necessary to become full partners in the educational development of their children; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s202/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assist adults in the completion of a secondary school education.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203" styleType="OLC" role="definitions"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="203">SEC. 203. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9202">20 U.S.C. 9202</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DEFINITIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this title:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adult education.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">adult education</term>” means services or instruction below the postsecondary level for individuals—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who have attained 16 years of age;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who are not enrolled or required to be enrolled in secondary school under State law; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">who—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/1/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">lack sufficient mastery of basic educational skills to enable the individuals to function effectively in society;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/1/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">do not have a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, and have not achieved an equivalent level of education; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/1/C/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">are unable to speak, read, or write the English language.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adult education and literacy activities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">adult education and literacy activities</term>” means activities described in section 231(b).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Educational service agency.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">educational service agency</term>” means a regional public multiservice agency authorized by State statute to develop and manage a service or program, and to provide the service or program to a local educational agency.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible agency.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">eligible agency</term>” means the sole entity or agency in a State or an outlying area responsible for administering or supervising policy for adult education and literacy in the State or outlying area, respectively, consistent with the law of the State or outlying area, respectively.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible provider.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">eligible provider</term>” means—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/5/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a local educational agency;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/5/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a community-based organization of demonstrated effectiveness;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/5/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a volunteer literacy organization of demonstrated effectiveness;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/5/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an institution of higher education;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/5/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a public or private nonprofit agency;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/5/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a library;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/5/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a public housing authority;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/5/H" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a nonprofit institution that is not described in any of subparagraphs (A) through (G) and has the ability to provide literacy services to adults and families; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/5/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a consortium of the agencies, organizations, institutions, libraries, or authorities described in any of subparagraphs (A) through (H).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">English literacy program.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">English literacy program</term>” means a program of instruction designed to help individuals of limited English proficiency achieve competence in the English language.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Family literacy services.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">family literacy services</term>” means services that are of sufficient intensity in terms of hours, and of sufficient duration, to make sustainable changes in a family, and that integrate all of the following activities:</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/7/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Interactive literacy activities between parents and their children.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/7/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Training for parents regarding how to be the primary teacher for their children and full partners in the education of their children.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/7/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Parent literacy training that leads to economic self-sufficiency.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/7/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An age-appropriate education to prepare children for success in school and life experiences.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Governor.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Governor</term>” means the chief executive officer of a State or outlying area.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/9" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Individual with a disability.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/9/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">individual with a disability</term>” means an individual with any disability (as defined in section 3 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12102)).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/9/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Individuals with disabilities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">individuals with disabilities</term>” means more than one individual with a disability.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/10" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="10">(10) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Individual of limited english proficiency.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">individual of limited English proficiency</term>” means an adult or out-of-school youth who has limited ability in speaking, reading, writing, or understanding the English language, and—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/10/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">whose native language is a language other than English; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/10/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">who lives in a family or community environment where a language other than English is the dominant language.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/11" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="11">(11) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Institution of higher education.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">institution of higher education</term>” has the meaning given the term in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/12" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="12">(12) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Literacy.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">literacy</term>” means an individual's ability to read, write, and speak in English, compute, and solve problems, at levels of proficiency necessary to function on the job, in the family of the individual, and in society.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/13" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="13">(13) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Local educational agency.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">local educational agency</term>” has the meaning given the term in section 9101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/14" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="14">(14) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Outlying area.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">outlying area</term>” has the meaning given the term in section 101.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/15" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="15">(15) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Postsecondary educational institution.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">postsecondary educational institution</term>” means—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/15/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an institution of higher education that provides not less than a 2-year program of instruction that is acceptable for credit toward a bachelor's degree;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/15/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a tribally controlled community college; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/15/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a nonprofit educational institution offering certificate or apprenticeship programs at the postsecondary level.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/16" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="16">(16) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secretary.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Secretary</term>” means the <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />Secretary of Education.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/17" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="17">(17) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">State</term>” means each of the several States of the United States, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s203/18" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="18">(18) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Workplace literacy services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">workplace literacy services</term>” means literacy services that are offered for the purpose of improving the productivity of the workforce through the improvement of literacy skills.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s204" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="204">SEC. 204. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9203">20 U.S.C. 9203</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">HOME SCHOOLS. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">Nothing in this title shall be construed to affect home schools, or to compel a parent engaged in home schooling to participate in an English literacy program, family literacy services, or adult education.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/s205" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="205">SEC. 205. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9204">20 U.S.C. 9204</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this title such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 1999 through 2003.</content> </section> <subtitle style="-uslm-dtd:subtitle" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">Subtitle A—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adult Education and Literacy Programs </heading> <chapter style="-uslm-dtd:chapter" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">CHAPTER 1—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">FEDERAL PROVISIONS </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="211">SEC. 211. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9211">20 U.S.C. 9211</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">RESERVATION OF FUNDS; GRANTS TO ELIGIBLE AGENCIES; ALLOTMENTS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reservation of Funds.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">From the sum appropriated under section 205 for a fiscal year, the Secretary—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall reserve 1.5 percent to carry out section 242, except that the amount so reserved shall not exceed $8,000,000;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall reserve 1.5 percent to carry out section 243, except that the amount so reserved shall not exceed $8,000,000; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall make available, to the Secretary of Labor, 1.72 percent for incentive grants under section 503.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Grants to Eligible Agencies.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">From the sum appropriated under section 205 and not reserved under subsection (a) for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall award a grant to each eligible agency having a State plan approved under section 224 in an amount equal to the sum of the initial allotment under subsection (c)(1) and the additional allotment under subsection (c)(2) for the eligible agency for the fiscal year, subject to subsections (f) and (g), to enable the eligible agency to carry out the activities assisted under this subtitle.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Purpose of grants.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may award a grant under paragraph (1) only if the eligible entity involved agrees to expend the grant for adult education and literacy activities in accordance with the provisions of this subtitle.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Allotments.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Initial allotments.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">From the sum appropriated under section 205 and not reserved under subsection (a) for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible agency having a State plan approved under section 224(f)—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/c/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">$100,000, in the case of an eligible agency serving an outlying area; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/c/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">$250,000, in the case of any other eligible agency.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional allotments.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">From the sum appropriated under section 205, not reserved under subsection (a), and not allotted under paragraph (1), for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible agency that receives an initial allotment under paragraph (1) an additional amount that bears the same relationship to such sum as the number of qualifying adults in the State or outlying area served by the eligible agency bears to the number of such adults in all States and outlying areas.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Qualifying Adult.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the purpose of subsection (c)(2), the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">qualifying adult</term>” means an adult who—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is at least 16 years of age;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is beyond the age of compulsory school attendance under the law of the State or outlying area;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">does not have a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/d/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is not enrolled in secondary school.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Special Rule.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">From amounts made available under subsection (c) for the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau, the Secretary shall award grants to Guam, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, or the Republic of Palau to carry out activities described in this subtitle in accordance with the provisions of this subtitle that the Secretary determines are not inconsistent with this subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Award basis.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall award grants pursuant to paragraph (1) on a competitive basis and pursuant to recommendations from the Pacific Region Educational Laboratory in Honolulu, Hawaii.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/e/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Termination of eligibility.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau shall not receive any funds under this subtitle for any fiscal year that begins after September 30, 2001.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/e/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administrative costs.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may provide not more than 5 percent of the funds made available for grants under this subsection to pay the administrative costs of the Pacific Region Educational Laboratory regarding activities assisted under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Hold-Harmless.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding subsection (c)—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/f/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for fiscal year 1999, no eligible agency shall receive an allotment under this subtitle that is less than 90 percent of the payments made to the State or outlying area of the eligible agency for fiscal year 1998 for programs for which funds were authorized to be appropriated under section 313 of the Adult Education Act (as such Act was in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/f/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for fiscal year 2000 and each succeeding fiscal year, no eligible agency shall receive an allotment under this subtitle that is less than 90 percent of the allotment the eligible agency received for the preceding fiscal year under this subtitle.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Ratable reduction.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If for any fiscal year the amount available for allotment under this subtitle is insufficient to satisfy the provisions of paragraph (1), the Secretary shall ratably reduce the payments to all eligible agencies, as necessary.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s211/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reallotment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The portion of any eligible agency's allotment under this subtitle for a fiscal year that the Secretary determines will not be required for the period such allotment is available for carrying out activities under this subtitle, shall be available for reallotment from time to time, on such dates during such period as the Secretary shall fix, to other eligible agencies in proportion to the original allotments to such agencies under this subtitle for such year.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="212">SEC. 212. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9212">20 U.S.C. 9212</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PERFORMANCE ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Purpose.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The purpose of this section is to establish a comprehensive performance accountability system, comprised of the activities described in this section, to assess the effectiveness of eligible agencies in achieving continuous improvement of adult education and literacy activities funded under this subtitle, in order to optimize the return on investment of Federal funds in adult education and literacy activities.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible Agency Performance Measures.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For each eligible agency, the eligible agency performance measures shall consist of—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/1/A/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the core indicators of performance described in paragraph (2)(A); and</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">additional indicators of performance (if any) identified by the eligible agency under paragraph (2)(B); and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an eligible agency adjusted level of performance for each indicator described in subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Indicators of performance.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Core indicators of performance.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The core indicators of performance shall include the following:</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/2/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Demonstrated improvements in literacy skill levels in reading, writing, and speaking the English language, numeracy, problem solving, English language acquisition, and other literacy skills.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/2/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Placement in, retention in, or completion of, postsecondary education, training, unsubsidized employment or career advancement.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/2/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Receipt of a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional indicators.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An eligible agency may identify in the State plan additional indicators for adult education and literacy activities authorized under this subtitle.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Levels of performance.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible agency adjusted levels of performance for core indicators.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For each eligible agency submitting a State plan, there shall be established, in accordance with this subparagraph, levels of performance for each of the core indicators of performance described in paragraph (2)(A) for adult education and literacy activities authorized under this subtitle. The levels of performance established under this subparagraph shall, at a minimum—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3/A/i/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be expressed in an objective, quantifiable, and measurable form; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3/A/i/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">show the progress of the eligible agency toward continuously improving in performance.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Identification in state plan.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each eligible agency shall identify, in the State plan submitted under section 224, expected levels of performance for each of the core indicators of performance for the first 3 program years covered by the State plan.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Agreement on eligible agency adjusted levels of performance for first 3 years.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to ensure an optimal return on the investment of Federal funds in adult education and literacy activities authorized under this subtitle, the Secretary and each eligible agency shall reach agreement on levels of performance for each of the core indicators of performance, for the first 3 program years covered by the State plan, taking into account the levels identified in the State plan under clause (ii) and the factors described in clause (iv). The levels agreed to under this clause shall be considered to be the eligible agency adjusted levels of performance for the eligible agency for such years and shall be incorporated into the State plan prior to the approval of such plan.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Factors.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The agreement described in clause (iii) or (v) shall take into account—</chapeau> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3/A/iv/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">how the levels involved compare with the eligible agency adjusted levels of performance established for other eligible agencies, taking into account factors including the characteristics of participants when the participants entered the program, and the services or instruction to be provided; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3/A/iv/II" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent to which such levels involved promote continuous improvement in performance on the performance measures by such eligible agency and ensure optimal return on the investment of Federal funds.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3/A/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Agreement on eligible agency adjusted levels of performance for 4th and 5th years.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Prior to the fourth program year covered by the State plan, the Secretary and each eligible agency shall reach agreement on levels of performance for each of the core indicators of performance for the fourth and fifth program years covered by the State plan, taking into account the factors described in clause (iv). The levels agreed to under this clause shall be considered to be the eligible agency adjusted levels of performance for the eligible agency for such years and shall be incorporated into the State plan.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3/A/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Revisions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If unanticipated circumstances arise in a State resulting in a significant change in the factors described in clause (iv)(II), the eligible agency may request that the eligible agency adjusted levels of performance agreed to under clause (iii) or (v) be revised. The Secretary, after collaboration with the representatives described in section 136(i)(1), shall issue objective criteria and methods for making such revisions.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/b/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Levels of performance for additional indicators.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The eligible agency may identify, in the State plan, eligible agency levels of performance for each of the additional indicators described in paragraph (2)(B). Such levels shall be considered to be eligible agency adjusted levels of performance for purposes of this subtitle.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each eligible agency that receives a grant under section 211(b) shall annually prepare and submit to the Secretary a report on the progress of the eligible agency in achieving eligible agency performance measures, including information on the levels of performance achieved by the eligible agency with respect to the core indicators of performance.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Information dissemination.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall make the information contained in such reports available to the general public through publication and other appropriate methods;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall disseminate State-by-State comparisons of the information; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch1/s212/c/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall provide the appropriate committees of <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />Congress with copies of such reports.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </chapter> <chapter style="-uslm-dtd:chapter" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">CHAPTER 2—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STATE PROVISIONS </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s221" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="221">SEC. 221. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9221">20 U.S.C. 9221</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STATE ADMINISTRATION. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each eligible agency shall be responsible for the State or <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />outlying area administration of activities under this subtitle, including—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s221/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the development, submission, and implementation of the State plan;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s221/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">consultation with other appropriate agencies, groups, and individuals that are involved in, or interested in, the development and implementation of activities assisted under this subtitle; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s221/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">coordination and nonduplication with other Federal and State education, training, corrections, public housing, and social service programs.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s222" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="222">SEC. 222. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9222">20 U.S.C. 9222</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STATE DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDS; MATCHING REQUIREMENT. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s222/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State Distribution of Funds.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each eligible agency receiving a grant under this subtitle for a fiscal year—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s222/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall use not less than 82.5 percent of the grant funds to award grants and contracts under section 231 and to carry out section 225, of which not more than 10 percent of the 82.5 percent shall be available to carry out section 225;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s222/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall use not more than 12.5 percent of the grant funds to carry out State leadership activities under section 223; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s222/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall use not more than 5 percent of the grant funds, or $65,000, whichever is greater, for the administrative expenses of the eligible agency.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s222/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Matching Requirement.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s222/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to receive a grant from the Secretary under section 211(b) each eligible agency shall provide, for the costs to be incurred by the eligible agency in carrying out the adult education and literacy activities for which the grant is awarded, a non-Federal contribution in an amount equal to—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s222/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the case of an eligible agency serving an outlying area, 12 percent of the total amount of funds expended for adult education and literacy activities in the outlying area, except that the Secretary may decrease the amount of funds required under this subparagraph for an eligible agency; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s222/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the case of an eligible agency serving a State, 25 percent of the total amount of funds expended for adult education and literacy activities in the State.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s222/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Non-Federal contribution.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An eligible agency's non-Federal contribution required under paragraph (1) may be provided in cash or in kind, fairly evaluated, and shall include only non-Federal funds that are used for adult education and literacy activities in a manner that is consistent with the purpose of this subtitle.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="223">SEC. 223. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9223">20 U.S.C. 9223</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STATE LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each eligible agency shall use funds made available under section 222(a)(2) for one or more of the following adult education and literacy activities:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The establishment or operation of professional development programs to improve the quality of instruction provided pursuant to local activities required under section 231(b), including instruction incorporating phonemic awareness, systematic phonics, fluency, and reading comprehension, and instruction provided by volunteers or by personnel of a State or outlying area.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The provision of technical assistance to eligible providers of adult education and literacy activities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The provision of technology assistance, including staff training, to eligible providers of adult education and literacy activities to enable the eligible providers to improve the quality of such activities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The support of State or regional networks of literacy resource centers.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The monitoring and evaluation of the quality of, and the improvement in, adult education and literacy activities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Incentives for—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/6/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">program coordination and integration; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/6/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">performance awards.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Developing and disseminating curricula, including curricula incorporating phonemic awareness, systematic phonics, fluency, and reading comprehension.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Other activities of statewide significance that promote the purpose of this title.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/9" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Coordination with existing support services, such as transportation, child care, and other assistance designed to increase rates of enrollment in, and successful completion of, adult education and literacy activities, to adults enrolled in such activities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/10" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="10">(10) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Integration of literacy instruction and occupational skill training, and promoting linkages with employers.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/a/11" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="11">(11) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Linkages with postsecondary educational institutions.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Collaboration.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In carrying out this section, eligible agencies shall collaborate where possible, and avoid duplicating efforts, in order to maximize the impact of the activities described in subsection (a).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s223/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State-Imposed Requirements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Whenever a State or outlying area implements any rule or policy relating to the administration or operation of a program authorized under this subtitle that has the effect of imposing a requirement that is not imposed under Federal law (including any rule or policy based on a State or outlying area interpretation of a Federal statute, regulation, or guideline), the State or outlying area shall identify, to eligible providers, the rule or policy as being State- or outlying area-imposed.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="224">SEC. 224. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9224">20 U.S.C. 9224</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STATE PLAN. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> <inline style="-uslm-dtd:enum-in-header">5</inline>-Year Plans.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each eligible agency desiring a grant under this subtitle for any fiscal year shall submit to, or have on file with, the Secretary a 5-year State plan.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Comprehensive plan or application.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The eligible agency may submit the State plan as part of a comprehensive plan or application for Federal education assistance.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Plan Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In developing the State plan, and any revisions to the State plan, the eligible agency shall include in the State plan or revisions—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an objective assessment of the needs of individuals in the State or outlying area for adult education and literacy activities, including individuals most in need or hardest to serve;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the adult education and literacy activities that will be carried out with any funds received under this subtitle;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of how the eligible agency will evaluate annually the effectiveness of the adult education and literacy activities based on the performance measures described in section 212;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the performance measures described in section 212 and how such performance measures will ensure the improvement of adult education and literacy activities in the State or outlying area;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an assurance that the eligible agency will award not less than one grant under this subtitle to an eligible provider who offers flexible schedules and necessary support services (such as child care and transportation) to enable individuals, including individuals with disabilities, or individuals with other special needs, to participate in adult education and literacy activities, which eligible provider shall attempt to coordinate with support services that are not provided under this subtitle prior to using funds for adult education and literacy activities provided under this subtitle for support services;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an assurance that the funds received under this subtitle will not be expended for any purpose other than for activities under this subtitle;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of how the eligible agency will fund local activities in accordance with the considerations described in section 231(e);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an assurance that the eligible agency will expend the funds under this subtitle only in a manner consistent with fiscal requirements in section 241;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/9" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the process that will be used for public participation and comment with respect to the State plan;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/10" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="10">(10) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of how the eligible agency will develop program strategies for populations that include, at a minimum—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/10/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">low-income students;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/10/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">individuals with disabilities;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/10/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">single parents and displaced homemakers; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/10/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">individuals with multiple barriers to educational enhancement, including individuals with limited English proficiency;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/11" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="11">(11) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of how the adult education and literacy activities that will be carried out with any funds received under this subtitle will be integrated with other adult education, career development, and employment and training activities in the State or outlying area served by the eligible agency; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/b/12" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="12">(12) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the steps the eligible agency will take to ensure direct and equitable access, as required in section 231(c)(1).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Plan Revisions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">When changes in conditions or other factors require substantial revisions to an approved State plan, the eligible agency shall submit the revisions to the State plan to the Secretary.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The eligible agency shall—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">submit the State plan, and any revisions to the State plan, to the Governor of the State or outlying area for review and comment; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">ensure that any comments by the Governor regarding the State plan, and any revision to the State plan, are submitted to the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Peer Review.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall establish a peer review process to make recommendations regarding the approval of State plans.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Plan Approval.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State plan submitted to the Secretary shall be approved by the Secretary unless the Secretary makes a written determination, within 90 days after receiving the plan, that the plan is inconsistent with the specific provisions of this subtitle.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s224/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Transition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The provisions of this section shall be subject to section 506(b).<ref style="-uslm-dtd:footnote-ref" idref="ID18557F34F7124A31A781F0AEDA1FAC69" class="footnoteRef">4</ref></content><footnote id="ID18557F34F7124A31A781F0AEDA1FAC69" style="-uslm-dtd:footnote"><sup style="-uslm-dtd:superscript">4</sup><content><p style="-uslm-dtd:para; margin-left:1em">Section 506(b) of Public Law 105–220 (112 Stat. 1246) is as follows:</p> <p style="-uslm-dtd:para">SEC. 506. TRANSITION PROVISIONS.</p> <p style="-uslm-dtd:para; margin-left:1em">(a) <elided style="-uslm-dtd:omitted-text">* * *</elided></p> <p style="-uslm-dtd:para; margin-left:1em">(b) <headingText style="-uslm-dtd:header-in-text">Adult Education and Literacy Programs</headingText>.—</p> <p style="-uslm-dtd:para; margin-left:2em">(1) <headingText style="-uslm-dtd:header-in-text">In general</headingText>.—The Secretary of Education shall take such actions as the Secretary determines to be appropriate to provide for the transition from any authority under the Adult Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1201 et seq.) to any authority under the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (as added by title II of this Act).</p> <p style="-uslm-dtd:para; margin-left:2em">(2) <headingText style="-uslm-dtd:header-in-text">Limitation</headingText>.—The authority to take actions under paragraph (1) shall apply until July 1, 2000.</p></content></footnote> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="225">SEC. 225. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9225">20 U.S.C. 9225</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PROGRAMS FOR CORRECTIONS EDUCATION AND OTHER INSTITUTIONALIZED INDIVIDUALS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Program Authorized.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">From funds made available under section 222(a)(1) for a fiscal year, each eligible agency shall carry out corrections education and education for other institutionalized individuals.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Uses of Funds.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The funds described in subsection (a) shall be used for the cost of educational programs for criminal offenders in correctional institutions and for other institutionalized individuals, including academic programs for—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">basic education;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">special education programs as determined by the eligible agency;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">English literacy programs; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">secondary school credit programs.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Priority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each eligible agency that is using assistance provided under this section to carry out a program for criminal offenders within a correctional institution shall give priority to serving individuals who are likely to leave the correctional institution within 5 years of participation in the program.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition of Criminal Offender.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Criminal offender.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">criminal offender</term>” means any individual who is charged with or convicted of any criminal offense.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Correctional institution.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">correctional institution</term>” means any—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/d/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">prison;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/d/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">jail;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/d/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">reformatory;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/d/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">work farm;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/d/2/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">detention center; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch2/s225/d/2/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">halfway house, community-based rehabilitation <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />center, or any other similar institution designed for the confinement or rehabilitation of criminal offenders.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </chapter> <chapter style="-uslm-dtd:chapter" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">CHAPTER 3—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">LOCAL PROVISIONS </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="231">SEC. 231. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9241">20 U.S.C. 9241</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">GRANTS AND CONTRACTS FOR ELIGIBLE PROVIDERS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Grants and Contracts.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">From grant funds made available under section 211(b), each eligible agency shall award multiyear grants or contracts, on a competitive basis, to eligible providers within the State or outlying area to enable the eligible providers to develop, implement, and improve adult education and literacy activities within the State.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Required Local Activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The eligible agency shall require that each eligible provider receiving a grant or contract under subsection (a) use the grant or contract to establish or operate one or more programs that provide services or instruction in one or more of the following categories:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Adult education and literacy services, including workplace literacy services.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Family literacy services.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">English literacy programs.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Direct and Equitable Access; Same Process.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each eligible agency receiving funds under this subtitle shall ensure that—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">all eligible providers have direct and equitable access to apply for grants or contracts under this section; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the same grant or contract announcement process and application process is used for all eligible providers in the State or outlying area.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Special Rule.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each eligible agency awarding a grant or contract under this section shall not use any funds made available under this subtitle for adult education and literacy activities for the purpose of supporting or providing programs, services, or activities for individuals who are not individuals described in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of section 203(1), except that such agency may use such funds for such purpose if such programs, services, or activities are related to family literacy services. In providing family literacy services under this subtitle, an eligible provider shall attempt to coordinate with programs and services that are not assisted under this subtitle prior to using funds for adult education and literacy activities under this subtitle for activities other than adult education activities.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Considerations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In awarding grants or contracts under this section, the eligible agency shall consider—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the degree to which the eligible provider will establish measurable goals for participant outcomes;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the past effectiveness of an eligible provider in improving the literacy skills of adults and families, and, after the 1-year period beginning with the adoption of an eligible agency's performance measures under section 212, the success of an eligible provider receiving funding under this subtitle in meeting or exceeding such performance measures, especially with respect to those adults with the lowest levels of literacy;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the commitment of the eligible provider to serve individuals in the community who are most in need of literacy services, including individuals who are low-income or have minimal literacy skills;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">whether or not the program—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is of sufficient intensity and duration for participants to achieve substantial learning gains; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">uses instructional practices, such as phonemic awareness, systematic phonics, fluency, and reading comprehension that research has proven to be effective in teaching individuals to read;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">whether the activities are built on a strong foundation of research and effective educational practice;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">whether the activities effectively employ advances in technology, as appropriate, including the use of computers;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">whether the activities provide learning in real life contexts to ensure that an individual has the skills needed to compete in the workplace and exercise the rights and responsibilities of citizenship;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/8" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">whether the activities are staffed by well-trained instructors, counselors, and administrators;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/9" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">whether the activities coordinate with other available resources in the community, such as by establishing strong links with elementary schools and secondary schools, postsecondary educational institutions, one-stop centers, job training programs, and social service agencies;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/10" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="10">(10) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">whether the activities offer flexible schedules and support services (such as child care and transportation) that are necessary to enable individuals, including individuals with disabilities or other special needs, to attend and complete programs;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/11" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="11">(11) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">whether the activities maintain a high-quality information management system that has the capacity to report participant outcomes and to monitor program performance against the eligible agency performance measures; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s231/e/12" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="12">(12) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">whether the local communities have a demonstrated need for additional English literacy programs.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s232" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="232">SEC. 232. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9242">20 U.S.C. 9242</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">LOCAL APPLICATION. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each eligible provider desiring a grant or contract under this subtitle shall submit an application to the eligible agency containing such information and assurances as the eligible agency may require, including—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s232/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of how funds awarded under this subtitle will be spent; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s232/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of any cooperative arrangements the eligible provider has with other agencies, institutions, or organizations for the delivery of adult education and literacy activities.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s233" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="233">SEC. 233. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9243">20 U.S.C. 9243</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">LOCAL ADMINISTRATIVE COST LIMITS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s233/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to subsection (b), of the amount that is made available under this subtitle to an eligible provider—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s233/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not less than 95 percent shall be expended for carrying out adult education and literacy activities; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s233/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the remaining amount, not to exceed 5 percent, shall be used for planning, administration, personnel development, and interagency coordination.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch3/s233/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Special Rule.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In cases where the cost limits described in subsection (a) are too restrictive to allow for adequate planning, administration, personnel development, and interagency coordination, the eligible provider shall negotiate with the eligible agency in order to determine an adequate level of funds to be used for noninstructional purposes.</content> </subsection> </section> </chapter> <chapter style="-uslm-dtd:chapter" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">CHAPTER 4—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">GENERAL PROVISIONS </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s241" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="241">SEC. 241. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9251">20 U.S.C. 9251</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s241/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Supplement Not Supplant.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds made available for adult education and literacy activities under this subtitle shall supplement and not supplant other State or local public funds expended for adult education and literacy activities.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s241/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Maintenance of Effort.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s241/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s241/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Determination.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An eligible agency may receive funds under this subtitle for any fiscal year if the Secretary finds that the fiscal effort per student or the aggregate expenditures of such eligible agency for adult education and literacy activities, in the second preceding fiscal year, was not less than 90 percent of the fiscal effort per student or the aggregate expenditures of such eligible agency for adult education and literacy activities, in the third preceding fiscal year.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s241/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Proportionate reduction.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to paragraphs (2), (3), and (4), for any fiscal year with respect to which the Secretary determines under subparagraph (A) that the fiscal effort or the aggregate expenditures of an eligible agency for the preceding program year were less than such effort or expenditures for the second preceding program year, the Secretary—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s241/b/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall determine the percentage decreases in such effort or in such expenditures; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s241/b/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall decrease the payment made under this subtitle for such program year to the agency for adult education and literacy activities by the lesser of such percentages.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s241/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Computation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In computing the fiscal effort and aggregate expenditures under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall exclude capital expenditures and special one-time project costs.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s241/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Decrease in federal support.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the amount made available for adult education and literacy activities under this subtitle for a fiscal year is less than the amount made available for adult education and literacy activities under this subtitle for the preceding fiscal year, then the fiscal effort per student and the aggregate expenditures of an eligible agency required in order to avoid a reduction under paragraph (1)(B) shall be decreased by the same percentage as the percentage decrease in the amount so made available.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s241/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Waiver.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may waive the requirements of this subsection for 1 fiscal year only, if the Secretary determines that a waiver would be equitable due to exceptional or uncontrollable circumstances, such as a natural disaster or an unforeseen and precipitous decline in the financial resources of the State or outlying area of the eligible agency. If the Secretary grants a waiver under the preceding sentence for a fiscal year, the level of effort required under paragraph (1) shall not be reduced in the subsequent fiscal year because of the waiver.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="242">SEC. 242. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9252">20 U.S.C. 9252</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR LITERACY. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Purpose.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The purpose of this section is to establish a National Institute for Literacy that—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provides national leadership regarding literacy;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">coordinates literacy services and policy; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">serves as a national resource for adult education and literacy programs by—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/a/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">providing the best and most current information available, including the work of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development in the area of phonemic awareness, systematic phonics, fluency, and reading comprehension, to all recipients of Federal assistance that focuses on reading, including programs under titles I and VII of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6301 et seq. and 7401 et seq.), the Head Start Act (42 U.S.C. 9831 et seq.), the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.), and this Act; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/a/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">supporting the creation of new ways to offer services of proven effectiveness.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is established the National Institute for Literacy (in this section referred to as the “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Institute</quotedText>”). The Institute shall be administered under the terms of an interagency agreement entered into by the Secretary of Education with the Secretary of Labor and the Secretary of Health and Human Services (in this section referred to as the “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Interagency Group</quotedText>”). The Interagency Group may include in the Institute any research and development center, institute, or clearinghouse established within the Department of Education, the Department of Labor, or the Department of Health and Human Services the purpose of which is determined by the Interagency Group to be related to the purpose of the Institute.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Offices.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Institute shall have offices separate from the offices of the Department of Education, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Health and Human Services.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Recommendations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Interagency Group shall consider the recommendations of the National Institute for Literacy Advisory Board (in this section referred to as the “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Board</quotedText>”) established under subsection (e) in planning the goals of the Institute and in the implementation of any programs to achieve the goals. If the Board's recommendations are not followed, the Interagency Group shall provide a written explanation to the Board concerning actions the Interagency Group takes that are inconsistent with the Board's recommendations, including the reasons for not following the Board's recommendations with respect to the actions. The Board may also request a meeting of the Interagency Group to discuss the Board's recommendations.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/b/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Daily operations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The daily operations of the Institute shall be administered by the Director of the Institute.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Duties.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to provide leadership for the improvement and expansion of the system for delivery of <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />literacy services, the Institute is authorized—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">to establish a national electronic data base of information that disseminates information to the broadest possible audience within the literacy and basic skills field, and that includes—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">effective practices in the provision of literacy and basic skills instruction, including instruction in phonemic awareness, systematic phonics, fluency, and reading comprehension, and the integration of literacy and basic skills instruction with occupational skills training;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">public and private literacy and basic skills programs, and Federal, State, and local policies, affecting the provision of literacy services at the national, State, and local levels;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">opportunities for technical assistance, meetings, conferences, and other opportunities that lead to the improvement of literacy and basic skills services; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/A/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a communication network for literacy programs, providers, social service agencies, and students;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to coordinate support for the provision of literacy and basic skills services across Federal agencies and at the State and local levels;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to coordinate the support of reliable and replicable research and development on literacy and basic skills in families and adults across Federal agencies, especially with the Office of Educational Research and Improvement in the Department of Education, and to carry out basic and applied research and development on topics that are not being investigated by other organizations or agencies, such as the special literacy needs of individuals with learning disabilities;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to collect and disseminate information on methods of advancing literacy that show great promise, including phonemic awareness, systematic phonics, fluency, and reading comprehension based on the work of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide policy and technical assistance to Federal, State, and local entities for the improvement of policy and programs relating to literacy;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">to fund a network of State or regional adult literacy resource centers to assist State and local public and private nonprofit efforts to improve literacy by—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/F/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">encouraging the coordination of literacy <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />services;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/F/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">enhancing the capacity of State and local organizations to provide literacy services; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/F/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">serving as a link between the Institute and providers of adult education and literacy activities for the purpose of sharing information, data, research, expertise, and literacy resources;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to coordinate and share information with national organizations and associations that are interested in literacy and workforce investment activities;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/H" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to advise Congress and Federal departments and agencies regarding the development of policy with respect to literacy and basic skills; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/1/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to undertake other activities that lead to the improvement of the Nation's literacy delivery system and that complement other such efforts being undertaken by public and private agencies and organizations.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Institute may award grants to, or enter into contracts or cooperative agreements with, individuals, public or private institutions, agencies, organizations, or consortia of such institutions, agencies, or organizations to carry out the activities of the Institute.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Literacy Leadership.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Institute, in consultation with the Board, may award fellowships, with such stipends and allowances that the Director considers necessary, to outstanding individuals pursuing careers in adult education or literacy in the areas of instruction, management, research, or innovation.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Fellowships.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Fellowships awarded under this subsection shall be used, under the auspices of the Institute, to engage in research, education, training, technical assistance, or other activities to advance the field of adult education or literacy, including the training of volunteer literacy providers at the national, State, or local level.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/d/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Interns and volunteers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Institute, in consultation with the Board, may award paid and unpaid internships to individuals seeking to assist the Institute in carrying out its mission. Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31, United States Code, the Institute may accept and use voluntary and uncompensated services as the Institute determines necessary.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">National Institute for Literacy Advisory Board.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There shall be a National Institute for Literacy Advisory Board (in this section referred to as the “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Board</quotedText>”), which shall consist of 10 individuals appointed by the President.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Composition.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Board shall be comprised of individuals who are not otherwise officers or employees of the Federal Government and who are representative of entities such as—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/1/B/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">literacy organizations and providers of literacy services, including nonprofit providers, providers of English literacy programs and services, social service organizations, and eligible providers receiving assistance under this subtitle;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/1/B/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">businesses that have demonstrated interest in literacy programs;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/1/B/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">literacy students, including literacy students with disabilities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/1/B/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">experts in the area of literacy research;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/1/B/v" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">State and local governments;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/1/B/vi" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">State Directors of adult education; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/1/B/vii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of employees, including <br style="-uslm-dtd:linebreak" />representatives of labor organizations.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Duties.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Board shall—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">make recommendations concerning the appointment of the Director and staff of the Institute;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provide independent advice on the operation of the Institute; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">receive reports from the Interagency Group and the Director.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Federal advisory committee act.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as otherwise provided, the Board established by this subsection shall be subject to the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appointments.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/4/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of the Board shall be appointed for a term of 3 years, except that the initial terms for members may be 1, 2, or 3 years in order to establish a rotation in which one-third of the members are selected each year. Any such member may be appointed for not more than 2 consecutive terms.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/4/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Vacancies.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the term for which the member's predecessor was appointed shall be appointed only for the remainder of that term. A member may serve after the expiration of that member's term until a successor has taken office.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Quorum.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A majority of the members of the Board shall constitute a quorum but a lesser number may hold hearings. Any recommendation of the Board may be passed only by a majority of the Board's members present.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Election of officers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Board shall be elected by the members of the Board. The term of office of the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson shall be 2 years.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/e/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Meetings.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Board shall meet at the call of the Chairperson or a majority of the members of the Board.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Gifts, Bequests, and Devises.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/f/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Institute may accept, administer, and use gifts or donations of services, money, or property, whether real or personal, tangible or intangible.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/f/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Rules.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Board shall establish written rules setting forth the criteria to be used by the Institute in determining whether the acceptance of contributions of services, money, or property whether real or personal, tangible or intangible, would reflect unfavorably upon the ability of the Institute or any employee to carry out the responsibilities of the Institute or employee, or official duties, in a fair and objective manner, or would compromise the integrity or the appearance of the integrity of the Institute's programs or any official involved in those programs.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Mails.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Board and the Institute may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as other departments and agencies of the United States.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/h" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="h">(h) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Staff.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Interagency Group, after considering recommendations made by the Board, shall appoint and fix the pay of a Director.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicability of Certain Civil Service Laws.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Director and staff of the Institute may be appointed without regard to the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing appointments in the competitive service, and may be paid without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of that title relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates, except that an individual so appointed may not receive pay in excess of the annual rate of basic pay payable for level IV of the Executive Schedule.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/j" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="j">(j) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Experts and Consultants.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Institute may procure temporary and intermittent services under section 3109(b) of title 5, United States Code.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/k" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="k">(k) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Institute shall submit a report biennially to the Committee on Education and the Workforce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Labor and Human Resources of the Senate. Each report submitted under this subsection shall include—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/k/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a comprehensive and detailed description of the Institute's operations, activities, financial condition, and accomplishments in the field of literacy for the period covered by the report;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/k/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of how plans for the operation of the Institute for the succeeding 2 fiscal years will facilitate achievement of the goals of the Institute and the goals of the literacy programs within the Department of Education, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Health and Human Services; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/k/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any additional minority, or dissenting views submitted by members of the Board.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s242/l" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="l">(l) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Funding.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any amounts appropriated to the Secretary, the Secretary of Labor, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, or any other department that participates in the Institute for purposes that the Institute is authorized to perform under this section may be provided to the Institute for such purposes.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="243">SEC. 243. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9253">20 U.S.C. 9253</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">NATIONAL LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall establish and carry out a program of national leadership activities to enhance the quality of adult education and literacy programs nationwide. Such activities may include the following:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Technical assistance, including—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assistance provided to eligible providers in developing and using performance measures for the improvement of adult education and literacy activities, including family literacy services;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assistance related to professional development activities, and assistance for the purposes of developing, improving, identifying, and disseminating the most successful methods and techniques for providing adult education and literacy activities, including family literacy services, based on scientific evidence where available; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assistance in distance learning and promoting and improving the use of technology in the classroom.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funding national leadership activities that are not described in paragraph (1), either directly or through grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements awarded on a competitive basis to or with postsecondary educational institutions, public or private organizations or agencies, or consortia of such institutions, organizations, or agencies, such as—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">developing, improving, and identifying the most successful methods and techniques for addressing the education needs of adults, including instructional practices using phonemic awareness, systematic phonics, fluency, and reading comprehension, based on the work of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">increasing the effectiveness of, and improving the quality of, adult education and literacy activities, including family literacy services;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">carrying out research, such as estimating the number of adults functioning at the lowest levels of literacy proficiency;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D)</num><clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/D/i" styleType="OLC" class="inline"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">carrying out demonstration programs;</content></clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/D/ii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">developing and replicating model and innovative programs, such as the development of models for basic skill certificates, identification of effective strategies for working with adults with learning disabilities and with individuals with limited English proficiency who are adults, and workplace literacy programs; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/D/iii" styleType="OLC" class="leftIndentDecrease1"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">disseminating best practices information, including information regarding promising practices resulting from federally funded demonstration programs;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">providing for the conduct of an independent evaluation and assessment of adult education and literacy activities through studies and analyses conducted independently through grants and contracts awarded on a competitive basis, which evaluation and assessment shall include descriptions of—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/E/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the effect of performance measures and other measures of accountability on the delivery of adult education and literacy activities, including family literacy services;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/E/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent to which the adult education and literacy activities, including family literacy services, increase the literacy skills of adults (and of children, in the case of family literacy services), lead the participants in such activities to involvement in further education and training, enhance the employment and earnings of such participants, and, if applicable, lead to other positive outcomes, such as reductions in recidivism in the case of prison-based adult education and literacy activities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/E/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent to which the provision of support services to adults enrolled in adult education and family literacy programs increase the rate of enrollment in, and successful completion of, such programs; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/E/iv" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent to which eligible agencies have distributed funds under section 231 to meet the needs of adults through community-based organizations;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">supporting efforts aimed at capacity building at the State and local levels, such as technical assistance in program planning, assessment, evaluation, and monitoring of activities carried out under this subtitle;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">collecting data, such as data regarding the improvement of both local and State data systems, through technical assistance and development of model performance data collection systems; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stA/ch4/s243/2/H" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">other activities designed to enhance the quality of adult education and literacy activities nationwide.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </chapter> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-dtd:subtitle" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">Subtitle B—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repeals </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="251">SEC. 251. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REPEALS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repeals.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adult education act.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Adult Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1201 et seq.) is repealed.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">National literacy act of 1991.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The National Literacy Act of 1991 (20 U.S.C. 1201 note) is repealed.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conforming Amendments.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Refugee education assistance act.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subsection (b) of section 402 of the Refugee Education Assistance Act of 1980 (8 U.S.C. 1522 note) is repealed.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Elementary and secondary education act of 1965.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Section 1202 of esea.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 1202(c)(1) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6362(c)(1)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Adult Education Act</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Adult Education and Family Literacy Act</quotedText>”.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Section 1205 of esea.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 1205(8)(B) of such Act (20 U.S.C. 6365(8)(B)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Adult Education Act</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Adult Education and Family Literacy Act</quotedText>”.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251/b/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Section 1206 of esea.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 1206(a)(1)(A) of such Act (20 U.S.C. 6366(a)(1)(A)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">an adult basic education program under the Adult Education Act</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">adult education and literacy activities under the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act</quotedText>”.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251/b/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Section 3113 of esea.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 3113(1) of such Act (20 U.S.C. 6813(1)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 312 of the Adult Education Act</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 203 of the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act</quotedText>”.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251/b/2/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Section 9161 of esea.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 9161(2) of such Act (20 U.S.C. 7881(2)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 312(2) of the Adult Education Act</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 203 of the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act</quotedText>”.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tII/stB/s251/b/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Older americans act of 1965.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 203(b)(8) of the Older Americans Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. 3013(b)(8)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Adult Education Act</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Adult Education and Family Literacy Act</quotedText>”.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">TITLE III—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">WORKFORCE INVESTMENT-RELATED ACTIVITIES </heading> <subtitle style="-uslm-dtd:subtitle" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stA" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">Subtitle A—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Wagner-Peyser Act<ref style="-uslm-dtd:footnote-ref" idref="ID1F99014C5B6F467FA9560B2B77F4F7FA" class="footnoteRef">5</ref> </heading><footnote id="ID1F99014C5B6F467FA9560B2B77F4F7FA" style="-uslm-dtd:footnote"><sup style="-uslm-dtd:superscript">5</sup><p style="-uslm-dtd:para; margin-left:1em">Subtitle A makes amendments to the Wagner-Peyser Act. Such Act, as amended, appears after the Workforce Investment Act of 1998.</p></footnote> <elided style="-uslm-dtd:omitted-text">* * * * * * *</elided> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-dtd:subtitle" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stB" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">Subtitle B—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Linkages With Other Programs<ref style="-uslm-dtd:footnote-ref" idref="ID8EA6F65B58DE4488A461FF77214CB450" class="footnoteRef">6</ref> </heading><footnote id="ID8EA6F65B58DE4488A461FF77214CB450" style="-uslm-dtd:footnote"><sup style="-uslm-dtd:superscript">6</sup><p style="-uslm-dtd:para; margin-left:1em">Subtitle B consists of amendments made to existing law. Section 321 amends section 239 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2311). Section 322 adds a new section 4110B to chapter 41 of title 38, United States Code. Section 323 amends section 502(b)(1) of the Older Americans Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. 3056(b)(1)).</p></footnote> <elided style="-uslm-dtd:omitted-text">* * * * * * *</elided> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-dtd:subtitle" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">Subtitle C—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Twenty-First Century Workforce Commission </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s331" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="331">SEC. 331. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t29/s2701">29 U.S.C. 2701 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">SHORT TITLE. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">This subtitle may be cited as the “<shortTitle style="-uslm-dtd:quote"><inline style="-uslm-dtd:short-title">Twenty-First Century Workforce Commission Act</inline></shortTitle>”.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s332" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="332">SEC. 332. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">FINDINGS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Congress finds that—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s332/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">information technology is one of the fastest growing areas in the United States economy;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s332/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the United States is a world leader in the information technology industry;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s332/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the continued growth and prosperity of the information technology industry is important to the continued prosperity of the United States economy;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s332/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">highly skilled employees are essential for the success of business entities in the information technology industry and other business entities that use information technology;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s332/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">employees in information technology jobs are highly paid;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s332/6" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">as of the date of enactment of this Act, these employees are in high demand in all industries and all regions of the United States; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s332/7" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">through a concerted effort by business entities, the Federal Government, the governments of States and political subdivisions of States, and educational institutions, more individuals will gain the skills necessary to enter into a technology-based job market, ensuring that the United States remains the world leader in the information technology industry.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s333" styleType="OLC" role="definitions"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="333">SEC. 333. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DEFINITIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC" role="undesignated-level"><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this subtitle:</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s333/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Business entity.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">business entity</term>” means a firm, corporation, association, partnership, consortium, joint venture, or other form of enterprise.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s333/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Commission.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Commission</term>” means the Twenty-First Century Workforce Commission established under section 334.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s333/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Information technology.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">information technology</term>” has the meaning given that term in section 5002 of the Information Technology Management Reform Act of 1996 (110 Stat. 679).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s333/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">State</term>” means each of the several States of the United States and the District of Columbia.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="334">SEC. 334. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ESTABLISHMENT OF TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY WORKFORCE COMMISSION. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is established a commission to be known as the Twenty-First Century Workforce Commission.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Composition.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commission shall be composed of 15 voting members, of which—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/A/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">five members shall be appointed by the President;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/A/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">five members shall be appointed by the Majority Leader of the Senate; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/A/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">five members shall be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Governmental representatives.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the members appointed under this subsection, three members shall be representatives of the governments of States and political subdivisions of States, one of whom shall be appointed by the President, one of whom shall be appointed by the Majority Leader of the Senate, and one of whom shall be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Educators.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the members appointed under this subsection, three shall be educators who are selected from among elementary, secondary, vocational, and postsecondary educators—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/C/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">one of whom shall be appointed by the President;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/C/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">one of whom shall be appointed by the Majority Leader of the Senate; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/C/iii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">one of whom shall be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Business representatives.—</heading> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/D/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the members appointed under this subsection, eight shall be representatives of business entities (at least three of which shall be individuals who are employed by noninformation technology business entities), two of whom shall be appointed by the President, three of whom shall be appointed by the Majority Leader of the Senate, and three of whom shall be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/D/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Size.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Members appointed under this subsection in accordance with clause (i) shall, to the extent practicable, include individuals from business entities of a size that is small or average.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Labor representative.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the members appointed under this subsection, one shall be a representative of a labor organization who has been nominated by a national labor federation and who shall be appointed by the President.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Ex officio members.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commission shall include two nonvoting members, of which—</chapeau> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/F/i" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">one member shall be an officer or employee of the Department of Labor, who shall be appointed by the President; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/1/F/ii" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">one member shall be an officer or employee of the Department of Education, who shall be appointed by the President.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Date.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The appointments of the members of the Commission shall be made by February 1, 1999.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Period of Appointment; Vacancies.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Members shall be appointed for the life of the Commission. Any vacancy in the Commission shall not affect its powers, but shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Initial Meeting.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No later than 30 days after the date on which all members of the Commission have been appointed, the Commission shall hold its first meeting.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Meetings.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commission shall meet at the call of the Chairperson.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Quorum.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A majority of the members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum, but a lesser number of members may hold hearings.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s334/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commission shall select by vote a chairperson and vice chairperson from among its voting members.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="335">SEC. 335. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DUTIES OF THE COMMISSION. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Study.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/a/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commission shall conduct a thorough study of all matters relating to the information technology workforce in the United States.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/a/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Matters studied.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The matters studied by the Commission shall include an examination of—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/a/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the skills necessary to enter the information technology workforce;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/a/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">ways to expand the number of skilled information technology workers; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/a/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the relative efficacy of programs in the United States and foreign countries to train information technology workers, with special emphasis on programs that provide for secondary education or postsecondary education in a program other than a 4-year baccalaureate program (including associate degree programs and graduate degree programs).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/a/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Public hearings.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">As part of the study conducted under this subsection, the Commission shall hold public hearings in each region of the United States concerning the issues referred to in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (2).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/a/4" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Existing information.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To the extent practicable, in carrying out the study under this subsection, the Commission shall identify and use existing information related to the issues referred to in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (2).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/a/5" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation with chief information officers council.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In carrying out the study under this subsection, the Commission shall consult with the Chief Information Officers Council established under Executive Order No. 13011.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 6 months after the first meeting of the Commission, the Commission shall submit a report to the President and the Congress that shall contain a detailed statement of the findings and conclusions of the Commission resulting from the study, together with its recommendations for such legislation and administrative actions as the Commission considers to be appropriate.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Facilitation of Exchange of Information.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In carrying out the study under subsection (a), the Commission shall, to the extent practicable, facilitate the exchange of information concerning the issues that are the subject of the study among—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">officials of the Federal Government and the governments of States and political subdivisions of States; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s335/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">educators from Federal, State, and local institutions of higher education and secondary schools.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s336" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="336">SEC. 336. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">POWERS OF THE COMMISSION. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s336/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Hearings.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commission may hold such hearings, sit and act at such times and places, take such testimony, and receive such evidence as the Commission considers advisable to carry out the purposes of this subtitle.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s336/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Information From Federal Agencies.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commission may secure directly from any Federal department or agency such information as the Commission considers necessary to carry out the provisions of this subtitle. Upon request of the Chairperson of the Commission, the head of such department or agency shall furnish such information to the Commission.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s336/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Postal Services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as other departments and agencies of the Federal Government.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s336/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Gifts.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commission may accept, use, and dispose of gifts or donations of services or property.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s337" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="337">SEC. 337. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">COMMISSION PERSONNEL MATTERS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s337/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Compensation of Members.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subsection (b), each member of the Commission who is not an officer or employee of the Federal Government shall serve without compensation. All members of the Commission who are officers or employees of the United States shall serve without compensation in addition to that received for their services as officers or employees of the United States.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s337/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Travel Expenses.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The members of the Commission shall be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, at rates authorized for employees of agencies under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code, while away from their homes or regular places of business in the performance of services for the Commission.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s337/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Staff.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s337/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Chairperson of the Commission may, without regard to the civil service laws and regulations, appoint and terminate an executive director and such other additional personnel as may be necessary to enable the Commission to perform its duties. The employment of an executive director shall be subject to confirmation by the Commission.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s337/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Compensation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Chairperson of the Commission may fix the compensation of the executive director and other personnel without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, United States Code, relating to classification of positions and General Schedule pay rates, except that the rate of pay for the executive director and other personnel may not exceed the rate payable for level V of the Executive Schedule under section 5316 of such title.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s337/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Detail of Government Employees.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any Federal Government employee may be detailed to the Commission without reimbursement, and such detail shall be without interruption or loss of civil service status or privilege.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s337/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Procurement of Temporary and Intermittent Services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Chairperson of the Commission may procure temporary and intermittent services under section 3109(b) of title 5, United States Code, at rates for individuals that do not exceed the daily equivalent of the annual rate of basic pay prescribed for level V of the Executive Schedule under section 5316 of such title.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s338" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="338">SEC. 338. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TERMINATION OF THE COMMISSION. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">The Commission shall terminate on the date that is 90 days after the date on which the Commission submits its report under section 335(b).</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s339" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="339">SEC. 339. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s339/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for fiscal year 1999 to the Commission to carry out the purposes of this subtitle.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stC/s339/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any sums appropriated under the authorization contained in this section shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended.</content> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-dtd:subtitle" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">Subtitle D—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application of Civil Rights and Labor-Management Laws to the Smithsonian Institution </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="341">SEC. 341. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">APPLICATION OF CIVIL RIGHTS AND LABOR-MANAGEMENT LAWS TO THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition on Employment Discrimination on Basis of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, and National Origin.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 717(a) of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000e–16(a)) is amended by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">in the Smithsonian Institution,</quotedText>” before “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">and in the Government Printing Office,</quotedText>”.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition on Employment Discrimination on Basis of Age.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 15(a) of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (29 U.S.C. 633a(a)) is amended by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">in the Smithsonian Institution,</quotedText>” before “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">and in the Government Printing Office,</quotedText>”.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition on Employment Discrimination on Basis of Disability.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 791) is amended—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the fourth sentence of subsection (a), in paragraph (1), by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">and the Smithsonian Institution</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Government</quotedText>”;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the first sentence of subsection (b)—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341/c/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">and the Smithsonian Institution</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">in the executive branch</quotedText>”; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341/c/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">such department, agency, or instrumentality</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">such department, agency, instrumentality, or Institution</quotedText>”; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (d), by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">and the Smithsonian Institution</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">instrumentality</quotedText>”.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The amendments made by subsections (a), (b), and (c) shall take effect on the date of enactment of this Act and shall apply to and may be raised in any administrative or judicial claim or action brought before such date of enactment but pending on such date, and any administrative or judicial claim or action brought after such date regardless of whether the claim or action arose prior to such date, if the claim or action was brought within the applicable statute of limitations.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Labor-Management Laws.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 7103(a)(3) of title 5, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341/e/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">and</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Library of Congress,</quotedText>”; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIII/stD/s341/e/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">and the Smithsonian Institution</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Government Printing Office,</quotedText>”.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">TITLE IV—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REHABILITATION ACT AMENDMENTS OF 1998<ref style="-uslm-dtd:footnote-ref" idref="IDDE813C801DFD464BB4998866EC819B04" class="footnoteRef">7</ref> </heading><footnote id="IDDE813C801DFD464BB4998866EC819B04" style="-uslm-dtd:footnote"><sup style="-uslm-dtd:superscript">7</sup><p style="-uslm-dtd:para; margin-left:1em">This title primarily amends the Act entitled the “<quotedText 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Such Act, as amended, appears in part III.</p></footnote> <elided style="-uslm-dtd:omitted-text">* * * * * * *</elided> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s412" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="412">SEC. 412. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">HELEN KELLER NATIONAL CENTER ACT. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s412/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">General Authorization of Appropriations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The first sentence of section 205(a) of the Helen Keller National Center Act (29 U.S.C. 1904(a)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">1993 through 1997</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">1999 through 2003</quotedText>”.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s412/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Helen Keller National Center Federal Endowment Fund.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The first sentence of section 208(h) of such Act (29 U.S.C. 1907(h)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">1993 through 1997</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">1999 through 2003</quotedText>”.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s412/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Registry.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such Act (29 U.S.C. 1901 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block"> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="209">“SEC. 209. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REGISTRY. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To assist the Center in providing services to individuals who are deaf-blind, the Center may establish and maintain registries of such individuals in each of the regional field offices of the network of the Center.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Voluntary Provision of Information.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No individual who is deaf-blind may be required to provide information to the Center for any purpose with respect to a registry established under subsection (a).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Nondisclosure.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Center (including the network of the Center) may not disclose information contained in a registry established under subsection (a) to any individual or organization that is not affiliated with the Center, unless the individual to whom the information relates provides specific written authorization for the Center to disclose the information.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">“(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Privacy Rights.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The requirements of section 552a of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Privacy Act of 1974</quotedText>’) shall apply to personally identifiable information contained in the registries established by the Center under subsection (a), in the same manner and to the same extent as such requirements apply to a record of an agency.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">“(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Removal of Information.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">On the request of an individual, the Center shall remove all information relating to the individual from any registry established under subsection (a).”</content> </subsection> </section></quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s413" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="413">SEC. 413. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PRESIDENT'S COMMITTEE ON EMPLOYMENT OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">Section 2(2) of the joint resolution approved July 11, 1949 (63 Stat. 409, chapter 302; 36 U.S.C. 155b(2)) is amended by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">solicit,</quotedText>” before “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">accept,</quotedText>”.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s414" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="414">SEC. 414. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CONFORMING AMENDMENTS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s414/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Randolph-Sheppard Act.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 2(e) of the Act of June 20, 1936 (commonly known as the “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Randolph-Sheppard Act</quotedText>”) (49 Stat. 1559, chapter 638; 20 U.S.C. 107a(e)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 101(a)(1)(A)</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 101(a)(2)(A)</quotedText>”.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s414/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals With Disabilities Act of 1988.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s414/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 101(b) of the Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals With Disabilities Act of 1988 (29 U.S.C. 2211(b)) is amended—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s414/b/1/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (7)(A)(ii)(II), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">individualized written rehabilitation program</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">individualized plan for employment</quotedText>”; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s414/b/1/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (9)(B), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">(as defined in section 7(25) of such Act (29 U.S.C. 706(25)))</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">(as defined in section 7 of such Act)</quotedText>”.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s414/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 102(e)(23)(A) of such Act (29 U.S.C. 2212(e)(23)(A)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">the assurance provided by the State in accordance with section 101(a)(36) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 721(a)(36))</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">the portion of the State plan provided by the State in accordance with section 101(a)(21) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973</quotedText>”.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s414/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Title 38, United States Code.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Sections 3904(b) and 7303(b) of title 38, United States Code, are amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 204(b)(2) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 762(b)(2)) (relating to the establishment and support of Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers)</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 204(b)(3) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (relating to the establishment and support of Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers)</quotedText>”.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s414/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">National School Lunch Act.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 27(a)(1)(B) of the National School Lunch Act (42 U.S.C. 1769h(a)(1)(B)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 7(8) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 706(8))</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 7 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973</quotedText>”.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s414/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Domestic Volunteer Service Act of 1973.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 421(11) of the Domestic Volunteer Service Act of 1973 (42 U.S.C. 5061(11)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 7(8)(B) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 706(8)(B))</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 7(20)(B) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973</quotedText>”.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s414/f" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Energy Conservation and Production Act.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 412(5) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6862(5)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">a handicapped individual as defined in section 7(7) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">an individual with a disability, as defined in section 7 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973</quotedText>”.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tIV/s414/g" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">National and Community Service Act of 1990.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 101(12) of the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12511(12)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 7(8)(B) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 706(8)(B))</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 7(20)(B) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973</quotedText>”.</content> </subsection> </section> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">TITLE V—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">GENERAL PROVISIONS </heading> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="501">SEC. 501. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9271">20 U.S.C. 9271</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STATE UNIFIED PLAN. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition of Appropriate Secretary.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">appropriate Secretary</term>” means the head of the Federal agency who exercises administrative authority over an activity or program described in subsection (b).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State Unified Plan.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State may develop and submit to the appropriate Secretaries a State unified plan for 2 or more of the activities or programs set forth in paragraph (2), except that the State may include in the plan the activities described in paragraph (2)(A) only with the prior approval of the legislature of the State. The State unified plan shall cover one or more of the activities set forth in subparagraphs (A) through (D) of paragraph (2) and may cover one or more of the activities set forth in subparagraphs (E) through (O) of paragraph (2). For purposes of this paragraph, the activities and programs described in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (2) shall not be considered to be 2 or more activities or programs for purposes of the unified plan. Such activities or programs shall be considered to be 1 activity or program.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Activities.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The activities and programs referred to in paragraph (1) are as follows:</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">career and technical education programs at the secondary level<ref style="-uslm-dtd:footnote-ref" idref="IDB5DEAA64E1ED4F9EA7D88AB78072BF33" class="footnoteRef">8</ref> authorized under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.).</content><footnote id="IDB5DEAA64E1ED4F9EA7D88AB78072BF33" style="-uslm-dtd:footnote"><sup style="-uslm-dtd:superscript">8</sup><p style="-uslm-dtd:para; margin-left:1em">Paragraphs (7)(A) and (8)(A) of section 2(h) of Public Law 109–270 (120 Stat. 748) provide for amendments to section 501(b)(2)(A) and (B), respectively. The amendments made by such subpargraphs probably should have capitalized the first letter of the first word in the matter to be struck.</p></footnote> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">career and technical education programs at the postsecondary level<ref style="-uslm-dtd:dangling-footnote-ref" class="footnoteRef">8</ref> authorized under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Activities authorized under title I.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/D" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Activities authorized under title II.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/E" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Programs authorized under section 6(d) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2015(d)).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/F" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Work programs authorized under section 6(o) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2015(o)).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/G" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Activities authorized under chapter 2 of title II of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2271 et seq.).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/H" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Programs authorized under the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49 et seq.).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/I" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Programs authorized under title I of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 720 et seq.), other than section 112 of such Act (29 U.S.C. 732).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/J" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="J">(J) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Activities authorized under chapter 41 of title 38, United States Code.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/K" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="K">(K) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Programs authorized under State unemployment compensation laws (in accordance with applicable Federal law).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/L" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="L">(L) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Programs authorized under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/M" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="M">(M) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Programs authorized under title V of the Older Americans Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. 3056 et seq.).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/N" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="N">(N) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Training activities carried out by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/b/2/O" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="O">(O) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Programs authorized under the Community Services Block Grant Act (42 U.S.C. 9901 et seq.).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirements.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The portion of a State unified plan covering an activity or program described in subsection (b) shall be subject to the requirements, if any, applicable to a plan or application for assistance under the Federal statute authorizing the activity or program.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional submission not required.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State that submits a State unified plan covering an activity or program described in subsection (b) that is approved under subsection (d) shall not be required to submit any other plan or application in order to receive Federal funds to carry out the activity or program.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/c/3" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Coordination.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State unified plan shall include—</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/c/3/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the methods used for joint planning and coordination of the programs and activities included in the unified plan; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/c/3/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an assurance that the methods included an opportunity for the entities responsible for planning or administering such programs and activities to review and comment on all portions of the unified plan.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Approval by the Appropriate Secretaries.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Jurisdiction.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The appropriate Secretary shall have the authority to approve the portion of the State unified plan relating to the activity or program over which the appropriate Secretary exercises administrative authority. On the approval of the appropriate Secretary, the portion of the plan relating to the activity or program shall be implemented by the State pursuant to the applicable portion of the State unified plan.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Approval.—</heading> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/d/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A portion of the State unified plan covering an activity or program described in subsection (b) that is submitted to the appropriate Secretary under this section shall be considered to be approved by the appropriate Secretary at the end of the 90-day period beginning on the day the appropriate Secretary receives the portion, unless the appropriate Secretary makes a written determination, during the 90-day period, that the portion is not consistent with the requirements of the Federal statute authorizing the activity or program including the criteria for approval of a plan or application, if any, under such statute or the plan is not consistent with the requirements of subsection (c)(3).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s501/d/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Special rule.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In subparagraph (A), the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">criteria for approval of a State plan</term>”, relating to activities carried out under title I or II or under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.), includes a requirement for agreement between the State and the appropriate Secretary regarding State performance measures, including levels of performance.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s502" styleType="OLC" role="definitions"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="502">SEC. 502. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9272">20 U.S.C. 9272</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DEFINITIONS FOR INDICATORS OF PERFORMANCE. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s502/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to ensure nationwide comparability of performance data, the Secretary of Labor and the Secretary of Education, after consultation with the representatives described in subsection (b), shall issue definitions for indicators of performance and levels of performance established under titles I and II.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s502/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Representatives.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The representatives referred to in subsection (a) are representatives of States (as defined in section 101) and political subdivisions, business and industry, employees, eligible providers of employment and training activities (as defined in section 101), educators, participants in activities carried out under this Act, State Directors of adult education, providers of adult education, providers of literacy services, individuals with expertise in serving the employment and training needs of eligible youth (as defined in section 101), parents, and other interested parties, with expertise regarding activities authorized under this Act.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s503" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="503">SEC. 503. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9273">20 U.S.C. 9273</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">INCENTIVE GRANTS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s503/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Beginning on July 1, 2000, the Secretary shall award a grant to each State that exceeds the State adjusted levels of performance for title I, the adjusted levels of performance for title II, and the levels of performance for programs under Public Law 105–332 (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.), for the purpose of carrying out an innovative program consistent with the requirements of any one or more of the programs within title I, title II, or such Public Law, respectively.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s503/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s503/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may provide a grant to a State under subsection (a) only if the State submits an application to the Secretary for the grant that meets the requirements of paragraph (2).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s503/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may review an application described in paragraph (1) only to ensure that the application contains the following assurances:</chapeau> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s503/b/2/A" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The legislature of the State was consulted with respect to the development of the application.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s503/b/2/B" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The application was approved by the Governor, the eligible agency (as defined in section 203), and the State agency responsible for programs established under Public Law 105–332 (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s503/b/2/C" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The State and the eligible agency, as appropriate, exceeded the State adjusted levels of performance for title I, the expected levels of performance for title II, and the levels of performance for programs under Public Law 105–332 (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s503/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Amount.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s503/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum and maximum grant amounts.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to paragraph (2), a grant provided to a State under subsection (a) shall be awarded in an amount that is not less than $750,000 and not more than $3,000,000.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s503/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Proportionate reduction.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the amount available for grants under this section for a fiscal year is insufficient to award a grant to each State or eligible agency that is eligible for a grant, the Secretary shall reduce the minimum and maximum grant amount by a uniform percentage.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s503/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, for fiscal year 2000, the Secretary shall not consider the expected levels of performance under Public Law 105–332 (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.) and shall not award a grant under subsection (a) based on the levels of performance for that Act.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s504" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="504">SEC. 504. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9221">20 U.S.C. 9221</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PRIVACY. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s504/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Section 144 of the General Education Provisions Act.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this Act shall be construed to supersede the privacy protections afforded parents and students under section 444 of the General Education Provisions Act (20 U.S.C. 1232g), as added by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (section 513 of Public Law 93–380; 88 Stat. 571).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s504/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition on Development of National Database.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s504/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this Act shall be construed to permit the development of a national database of personally identifiable information on individuals receiving services under title I of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s504/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in paragraph (1) shall be construed to prevent the proper administration of national programs under subtitles C and D of title I of this Act or to carry out program management activities consistent with title I of this Act.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s505" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="505">SEC. 505. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9275">20 U.S.C. 9275</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">BUY-AMERICAN REQUIREMENTS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s505/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Compliance With Buy American Act.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">None of the funds made available under title I, II, or III or this title may be expended by an entity unless the entity agrees that in expending the funds the entity will comply with the Buy American Act (41 U.S.C. 10a et seq.).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s505/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Sense of the Congress; Requirement Regarding Notice.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s505/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Purchase of american-made equipment and products.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In the case of any equipment or product that may be authorized to be purchased with financial assistance provided using funds made available under title I, II, or III or this title, it is the sense of the Congress that entities receiving the assistance should, in expending the assistance, purchase only American-made equipment and products.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s505/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Notice to recipients of assistance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In providing financial assistance using funds made available under title I, II, or III or this title, the head of each Federal agency shall provide to each recipient of the assistance a notice describing the statement made in paragraph (1) by Congress.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s505/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition of Contracts With Persons Falsely Labeling Products as Made in America.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If it has been finally determined by a court or Federal agency that any person intentionally affixed a label bearing a “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Made in America</quotedText>” inscription, or any inscription with the same meaning, to any product sold in or shipped to the United States that is not made in the United States, the person shall be ineligible to receive any contract or subcontract made with funds made available in this subtitle, pursuant to the debarment, suspension, and ineligibility procedures described in sections 9.400 through 9.409 of title 48, Code of Federal Regulations, as such sections are in effect on the date of enactment of this Act, or pursuant to any successor regulations.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s506" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="506">SEC. 506. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9276">20 U.S.C. 9276</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TRANSITION PROVISIONS. </heading> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s506/a" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Workforce Investment Systems.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary of Labor shall take such actions as the Secretary determines to be appropriate to provide for the orderly transition from any authority under the Job Training Partnership Act (29 U.S.C. 1501 et seq.) to the workforce investment systems established under title I of this Act. Such actions shall include the provision of guidance relating to the designation of State workforce investment boards, local workforce investment areas, and local workforce investment boards described in such title.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s506/b" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adult Education and Literacy Programs.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s506/b/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary of Education shall take such actions as the Secretary determines to be appropriate to provide for the transition from any authority under the Adult Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1201 et seq.) to any authority under the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (as added by title II of this Act).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s506/b/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The authority to take actions under paragraph (1) shall apply only for the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s506/c" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Regulations.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s506/c/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Interim final regulations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Labor shall develop and publish in the Federal Register interim final regulations relating to the transition to, and implementation of, this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s506/c/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Final regulations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than December 31, 1999, the Secretary shall develop and publish in the Federal Register final regulations relating to the transition to, and implementation of, this Act.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s506/d" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expenditure of Funds During Transition.—</heading> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s506/d/1" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to paragraph (2) and in accordance with regulations developed under subsection (c), States, grant recipients, administrative entities, and other recipients of financial assistance under the Job Training Partnership Act (29 U.S.C. 1501 et seq.) or under this Act may expend funds received under the Job Training Partnership Act or under this Act, prior to July 1, 2000, in order to plan and implement programs and activities authorized under this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s506/d/2" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional requirements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not to exceed 2 percent of any allotment to any State from amounts appropriated under the Job Training Partnership Act or under this Act for fiscal year 1998 or 1999 may be made available to carry out planning authorized under paragraph (1) and not less than 50 percent of any such amount used to carry out planning authorized under paragraph (1) shall be made available to local entities for the planning purposes described in such paragraph.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s506/e" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reorganization.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Labor shall reorganize and align functions within the Department of Labor and within the Employment and Training Administration in order to carry out the duties and responsibilities required by this Act (and related laws) in an effective and efficient manner.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-dtd:section" identifier="/us/sComp/105/220/tV/s507" styleType="OLC"> <num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="507">SEC. 507. </num><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference" role="uscRef"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t20/s9201">20 U.S.C. 9201 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">EFFECTIVE DATE. </heading> <content style="-uslm-dtd:text" class="block">Except as otherwise provided in this Act, this Act and the amendments made by this Act, shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act.</content> </section>