I guess I would ask you to review to some degree how would the SKILLS Act provide more flexibility to Michigan Works!
Tim Walberg
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Tim Walberg is an American politician currently serving as the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 5th congressional district, a position he has held since January 5, 2011. A member of the Republican Party, Walberg has focused on various issues during his tenure, including education and fiscal policy. He has been vocal about the challenges facing education in the United States, recently commenting on the decline in NAEP scores in subjects like math and reading.
Enhancing the business involvement in the boards from 51 percent to two-thirds is really important because the businesses are the key here.
Like Congressman Ryan, businesses can foresee the layoffs that will be necessary--and this predictability triggers a legal requirement that they send out notices to their employees 60 days in advance.
I am disappointed the administration has refused to cooperate in good faith with this committee's oversight investigation into this matter.
It is my sincere hope that this Congress can once again make the compromises and take the action necessary to provide our employers with the certainty they need and avoid the self-inflicted damage to our economy that we have within our…
The American worker deserves a growing economy. A growing economy means an efficient economy, low taxes, low burden of regulation and clear, predictable rules for how to operate.
Chairman Walberg, Ranking Member Courtney, I thank you again for inviting me to testify.
The fact sheet specifically states, and I quote--'employers should be aware that the U.S. federal court solely enforces the WARN Act, and these answers are not binding on the courts.'





