Sessions Protects Job Corps Program

Texas Insider Report: WASHINGTON D.C. U.S Congressman Pete Sessions Chairman of the House Committee on Rules joined Co-Chairs of the Job Corps Caucus Congressman Lou Barletta and Congressman Sanford D. Bishop Jr. in addition to 118 Members of Congress in sending a letter to the Department of Labor requesting a reevaluation of their proposed cuts to the Job Corps Program. Following submission of the letter the Department of Labor announced they will be rescinding the slot capacity cuts initially announced on September 29 2017.

One of the best parts about our country is that any one has the ability to achieve anything no matter where they are from or what their background is. It is programs like the Job Corps that continue to make the American Dream possible by creating opportunities for all individuals from all walks of life to succeed" said Congressman Sessions. As a firm supporter of this program I proudly joined my colleagues in increasing funding for the Jobs Corps said Sessions. Since we have provided the necessary resources for the program to continue at current levels I was concerned that the Department announced they would reduce the number of students accepted into this program.  I commend the Department of Labor for reversing these damaging cuts and look forward to supporting the success of the Job Corps program." For over fifty years Job Corps has empowered its participants to become productive members of society" said Congressman Bishop. The program enables its students to reach their goals achieve their educational aspirations and learn a trade. This program has substantial and bipartisan support in Congress due to its positive impacts across the nation. I applaud the U.S. Department of Labors decision to reverse its proposed cuts to Job Corps. This decision will allow students to continue to gain valuable career and social skills that will serve them well throughout their lives." Job Corps is one of the most important programs we have to encourage Americas young adults to succeed and learn the value of civic duty" Barletta said. I am very pleased the DOL now understands the importance of this program." When I was a mayor I met the students from the Keystone Job Corps Center and witnessed the work they did for our community.  They helped to build the sidewalks around City Hall and designed the trash receptacles during the downtown beautification project.  Ive also had numerous Job Corps students intern in my Hazleton district office.  Job Corps allows young adults to get involved in our community which benefits everyone.  For 50 years the program has empowered the youth of America."

To read the full letter to Secretary Acosta click here.