Employer-Directed Skills Act

The Employer-Directed Skills Act (S 4670) creates a new training program where employers design or select skills training to meet their specific workforce needs. Employers must pay a minimum portion of the training costs (10% for small businesses, 25% for mid-sized, 50% for large businesses) and commit to hiring participants who complete the program. The bill updates the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to replace "customized training" with "employer-directed skills development" in all relevant sections, including performance metrics and eligibility rules. This directly affects employers, workforce boards, and job seekers participating in these employer-designed training programs.