#Watch At a Higher Education and Workforce Development Subcommittee hearing, Democrats discuss the importance of removing barriers to employmenthttp://democrats-edworkforce.house.gov/
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This includes legislation to prevent workplace discrimination, lower child care costs, ensure access to paid leave, and remove barriers to employment for individuals with criminal records. These policies are more relevant to the Committee's work and would improve workers' lives.
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Opening statement from subcommittee Ranking Member
@RepSusanDavis: "There are several things we can do at the federal level to increase employment and break down the barriers many Americans face when trying to enter and re-enter the workforce." https://go.usa.gov/xQSybShow this thread -
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@rebeccavallas of@amprog highlights need to support workers held back by criminal records: "People are treated as criminals long after they pose any significant risk of committing further crimes—making it difficult for many to move on with their lives." https://go.usa.gov/xQSyPShow this thread -
At today's hearing, Committee Democrats promoted solutions to reduce barriers to employment and increase economic mobility for American workers. Read more here: https://go.usa.gov/xQSpZ .
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