Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) released the following statement in response to the Department of Labor’s February jobs report: “President Trump inherited a struggling economy due to Bidenflation and Democrats’ reckless policies that kept Americans out of the workforce. Despite these challenges, job creators and small business owners are optimistic that Preside... Read more »
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) praised the Trump administration’s decision to cut $400 million in grants to Columbia University: “Since entering office, President Trump and his administration were clear: colleges and universities that fail to combat antisemitism and protect Jewish students should have their federal funding revoked. Today, he made good on that ... Read more »
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) issued the following statement after President Trump signed an executive order to direct the Education and Treasury departments to end the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for activists who engage in anti-American activities such as antisemitic threats and harassment: “Committee Republicans have long had concerns ab... Read more »
Union membership is at a record low and union membership has declined over the past 60 years. Despite the growing disillusionment among the American workforce, Committee Democrats re-introduced the PRO Act this week – a radical bill that caters to union leaders and ignores the free-will of workers. If enacted, the PRO Act would force workers into union contracts regardless of what a worker wants. ... Read more »
Today, Higher Education and Workforce Development Subcommittee Chairman Burgess Owens (R-UT) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a hearing titled "Strengthening WIOA: Improving Outcomes for America's Workforce": "Good morning, and welcome to the first Higher Education and Workforce Development subcommittee hearing of the 119th Congress. I am excited to be discussing a ... Read more »
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) applauded the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) plan to investigate workplace antisemitism at the University of California (UC). The announcement comes after the Committee exposed antisemitic discrimination festering in the workplace, notably in the university setting, including at UC. DOJ will examine if UC violated Title VII of the... Read more »
The Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development held its first hearing of the 119th Congress to examine the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) – key legislation that helps jobseekers find employment and businesses find skilled workers. After years of record-breaking inflation and a limping job market, Americans are hungry for opportunities to find good jobs. Many are re... Read more »
Tomorrow, at 10:15 a.m., the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development, chaired by Rep. Burgess Owens (R-UT), will hold a hearing titled “Strengthening WIOA: Improving Outcomes for America's Workforce.” What: Subcommittee hearing titled “Strengthening WIOA: Improving Outcomes for America's Workforce” When: 10:15 a.m. on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Where: 2175 Rayburn House Office Bui... Read more »
Tuesday, at 10:15 a.m., the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education, chaired by Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-CA), will hold a hearing titled “Education Without Limits: Exploring the Benefits of School Choice." What: Subcommittee hearing titled “Education Without Limits: Exploring the Benefits of School Choice” When: 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Where: 2175 Rayburn Hous... Read more »
Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) issued the following statement ahead of President Trump’s Joint Address to Congress: “Tonight, President Trump will outline his bold vision for America. The Trump administration is working hard to address America’s education crisis, reinvigorate the American workforce, and strengthen the U.S. economy. Instead of working to improve the ... Read more »
