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Scott Statement on January Jobs Report
02.02.24 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that the economy added 353,000 jobs in January, and the unemployment rate remained the same at 3.7 percent. Under the President Biden’s leadership, the economy has added 14.8 million jobs. “Today’s jobs report marks the start of another strong year of job growth. This year, Congressional Democrats will continue to prioritize legislation that builds the econ… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Applauds Biden for Protecting Workers’ Workplace Rights
01.09.24 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) released the following statement after the Biden-Harris administration issued a final rule to address the misclassification of employees as independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act. “The guarantee of minimum wages, overtime pay, and safe and healthy workplaces has, for decades, been essential to supporting the workers who fuel our economy. “Regrettably, the pervasive misclassification of workers as independent contra… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott, CAPAC Chair Chu Support Su to Serve as Labor Secretary
01.08.24 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) and Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) Chair Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28) released the following statements after the Biden Administration renominated Julie Su to serve as Department of Labor Secretary. Ranking Member Scott: “I fully support President Biden’s decision to renominate Acting Secretary Julie Su to serve as Secretary of the Department of Labor. During her tenure at the Department of Labor, Acting Secretary Su has… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Statement on December Jobs Report
01.05.24 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that the economy added 216,000 jobs in December as the unemployment remained the same at 3.7 percent. “Today’s jobs report caps another strong year for the labor market. Since President Biden took office, the economy has created 14.3 million jobs. Congressional Democrats have consistently prioritized people over politics by making smart investments that … Continue Reading
Committee Advances Two Key Bipartisan Workforce Development Priorities
12.12.23 WASHINGTON - Today, the Education and the Workforce Committee reported out two bipartisan workforce development bills—the Bipartisan Workforce Pell Act (H.R. 6585) and A Stronger Workforce for America Act (H.R. 6655)—that would help workers, students, and businesses benefit from our nation’s economic growth. The Committee also advanced two partisan bills—H.J. Res. 98 and H.R. 3400—that would undermine workers’ rights. Bipartisan Workforce Pell Act (H.R. 6585) H.R. 6585—led by Ranking Member Sc… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Praises Bipartisan Workforce Development Bills, Urges Opposition to Partisan Anti-Worker Bills
12.12.23 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) delivered the following opening statement at today’s full committee markup of H.R. 6585, the Bipartisan Workforce Pell Act, H.R. 6655, A Stronger Workforce for America Act, H.J. Res. 98, Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Labor Relations Board relating to “Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status,” and H.R. 3400, the Small Businesses before … Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Statement on November Jobs Report
12.08.23 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that the economy added 199,000 jobs in November as the unemployment rate ticked down from 3.9 percent to 3.7 percent. Under President Biden’s leadership, the economy has added 14.1 million jobs. This is more jobs in 34 months than any President has created in an entire 4-year term. “Today’s jobs report further demonstrates that the investments made by Presi… Continue Reading
Committee Leaders Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen America’s Workforce
12.07.23 WASHINGTON - Today, Education and the Workforce Committee Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA) and Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) introduced A Stronger Workforce for America Act. The bipartisan bill makes critical improvements to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) that will expand the skills development provided under the law, strengthen the relationship between employers and the workforce system, and put more Americans on the pathway to successful careers. “For far … Continue Reading
Stefanik, Scott, Foxx, DeSaulnier Legislation Tackles Workforce Gaps
12.05.23 WASHINGTON - Today, House Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Education and the Workforce Committee Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA), Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC), and Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee Ranking Member Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA) introduced H.R. 6585, the Bipartisan Workforce Pell Act. The legislation provides opportunities for students and workers looking to gain skills in high-demand fields by allowing Pell … Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week
11.15.23 WASHINGTON - This week, House Committee on Education and the Workforce Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) introduced a bipartisan resolution supporting the designation of the week of November 13, 2023 as “National Apprenticeship Week.” “Every year, Registered Apprenticeships connect workers across the country with in-demand skills and good-paying jobs and allow employers to tap into a pipeline of talented workers. In short, Registered Apprenticeship programs are critical to strength… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Blasts Extreme MAGA Funding Bill
11.14.23 WASHINGTON - Today, Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby Scott” delivered the following remarks during today’s House floor debate on House Republicans’ extreme appropriations bill for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies. View Ranking Member Scott’s floor remarks on YouTube. “I rise in opposition to the amendment and the underlying bill. “The House Republicans’ partisan bill is an attack on students, workers, and families. For 2024, the bill would … Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Statement on October Jobs Report
11.03.23 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that the economy added 150,000 jobs in October as the unemployment rate ticked up slightly from 3.8 percent to 3.9 percent. Under President Biden’s leadership, the economy has added nearly 14 million jobs. “Today’s jobs report once again underscores the strength of our economy under President Biden’s leadership. The Biden administration has consistently pr… Continue Reading
Scott, Leger Fernández, Baldwin, Dean Introduce Legislation to Lower Cost of Community College
10.19.23 WASHINGTON - House Education and the Workforce Committee Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA-03), Representative Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM-03), Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), and Representative Madeleine Dean (D-PA-04) introduced legislation in both the House and Senate chambers to make community college and two-year Tribal Colleges and Universities more accessible by waiving tuition fees for eligible students. “Community colleges play a unique and vital role in providing students a… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Statement on September Jobs Report
10.06.23 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that the economy added 336,000 jobs in September as the unemployment rate remained unchanged at 3.8 percent. Under President Biden’s leadership, the economy has added roughly 13.9 million jobs. “Today’s jobs report demonstrates that, despite House Republicans’ extremism and inability to govern, the Biden-Harris economic agenda is working. In Congress, Demo… Continue Reading
ICYMI: Ranking Member Scott Hosted a Roundtable on Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace
09.29.23 WASHINGTON - Yesterday, Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) hosted a roundtable with experts on the potential short-term and long-term risks of artificial intelligence (AI) for workers and the labor market. The roundtable discussion addressed the concept of AI, its benefits and harms, and possible solutions to protect workers in the modern economy. Watch Ranking Member Scott’s remarks on YouTube. Ranking Member Scott delivered the following remarks during the roundtable: “Arti… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Applauds Biden for Protecting Students, Taxpayers from Low-Quality Education Programs
09.28.23 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Scott issued the following statement after the Biden Administration announced a final rule that will help hold career programs that receive federal financial aid accountable for ensuring their graduates can secure gainful employment after completing a degree. “The Gainful Employment rule is a critical tool to address low-quality career programs that frequently leave graduates with crushing debt and no meaningful career prospects. That is why I voiced strong oppositi… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Adams Opening Statement at Oversight Hearing with OSHA
09.27.23 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Alma Adams (NC-12) delivered the following opening statement at today’s Workforce Protections Subcommittee hearing with Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health Doug Parker. “Thank you, Chairman Kiley. First of all, I want to thank Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health, Mr. Doug Parker. Thank you for your time, I look forward to hearing your testimony. “There is no question that the Occupational Safety and Health Adm… Continue Reading
Labor Leaders Reintroduce Bill to Expand Training Opportunities for Disconnected Youth
09.15.23 WASHINGTON - Education and the Workforce Committee Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), Higher Education and Workforce Development Subcommittee Ranking Member Federica Wilson (FL-24), Representative Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04), and Education and the Workforce Committee Vice Ranking Member Jahana Hayes (CT-05) reintroduced the Opening Doors for Youth Act of 2023 (ODYA)—legislation to address the challenges facing youth who become disconnected from both school and work. Researchers est… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Statement on August Jobs Report
09.01.23 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that the economy added 187,000 jobs in August as the unemployment rate rose from 3.5 percent to 3.8 percent. Notably, this rise in the unemployment rate was driven by an increase in labor force participation rather than a decline in employment. The number of jobs created in August is higher than the 182,000 jobs created each month, on average, under the Tr… Continue Reading
Government Watchdog Report Finds Telework Can Increase Productivity and Improve Quality of Life for Workers and Their Families
08.11.23 WASHINGTON - Today, Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee Ranking Member Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10), Committee on Oversight and Accountability Ranking Member Jamie Raskin (MD-08), and Education and the Workforce Committee Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), announced the release of a new report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) on the benefits and potential of telework for worker productivity and firm performance. “During the pandemic, millions of Americans… Continue Reading