Massachusetts 2023-2024 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H1923

Introduced
2/16/23  

Caption

To study a revenue neutral guaranteed jobs program

Impact

The formation of this commission represents a significant step towards improving workforce development initiatives in Massachusetts. By investigating different methodologies to connect unemployed workers with jobs, the bill aims to address the critical issue of unemployment head-on. The commission is tasked with providing comprehensive findings and recommendations within a one-year timeframe, which could result in legislative changes aimed at improving job access and economic stability for affected individuals.

Summary

House Bill 1923 proposes the establishment of a special commission within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts aimed at enhancing the connection between unemployed residents and job opportunities. The bill focuses on creating a study that investigates how the Department of Transitional Assistance and the Department of Unemployment Assistance can effectively bridge the gap between job seekers and available positions. Importantly, the bill emphasizes that this connection must be achieved without exceeding the existing appropriated budgets for the aforementioned departments.

Contention

One potential point of contention surrounding H1923 could be the limitations imposed by the requirement of maintaining a revenue-neutral approach. Critics might argue that connecting unemployed workers to job openings may necessitate additional funding for effective implementation, conflicting with the bill's stipulation. Additionally, the involvement of multiple stakeholders, including leaders from both legislative chambers and representatives from labor and industry perspectives, may lead to diverse viewpoints on the best strategies to be pursued.

Companion Bills

MA H4570

Replaced by Study Order

Previously Filed As

MA H4570

Study Order

MA AB1219

Study of guaranteed employment grant program and making an appropriation. (FE)

MA SB1110

Study of guaranteed employment grant program and making an appropriation. (FE)

MA SB187

Study of guaranteed employment grant program and making an appropriation. (FE)

MA AB186

Study of guaranteed employment grant program and making an appropriation. (FE)

MA H1913

Creating a special legislative commission to study barriers to job retention for low-income workers

MA HB5065

Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2023

MA SB2651

Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2023

MA H79

Relative to providing for net neutrality and consumer protection

MA H2140

Creating a special legislative commission to study barriers to job retention for low-income workers

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.