Adrian Smith: “I support this amendment. This amendment simply requires that the high-quality evaluations include measurements or how…”

“I support this amendment. This amendment simply requires that the high-quality evaluations include measurements or how many recipients participated in an apprentice or career pathway program, and any credentials earned along the way. Earn-and-learn models--those where an individual is getting on-the- job experience, earning a wage, and learning new occupational skills-- are one of the best types of workforce development models the government can support. Apprenticeships, in particular, provide a combination of occupational on-the-job training and related instruction, helping to improve worker training and address critical skill gaps that align with the needs of industry. We know that the best way out of poverty is through work, and apprenticeships provide a pathway to obtaining a successful career. Mr. Chair, I urge my colleagues to support this amendment as well as the underlying bill, and I yield back the balance of my time. The CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from California (Mr. Khanna). The amendment was agreed to. Amendment No. 7 Offered by Mr. Kilmer The CHAIR. It is now in order to consider amendment No. 7 printed in House Report 115-187.”