Patty Murray: “As my friend from Iowa knows, older workers have been particularly…”

On the recordFebruary 6, 2009

As my friend from Iowa knows, older workers have been particularly devastated by our current economic downturn. A recent Urban Institute publication reported that job loss for older workers is at a 31-year high. Is it the intent of this legislation that older workers will be a key population targeted for services with these additional resources? Is it further the understanding of the chairman that funding under the adult formula grants will focus on serving individuals with multiple barriers to employment, particularly those with low skill levels, to obtain the education, skills training and support services they need to obtain jobs in high demand occupations, particularly in green jobs, healthcare, and other viable industries?

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Patty Murray

Democratic · Washington

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Discussing the impact of the economic downturn on older workers and the focus of legislation on their support.

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Patty Murray: “As my friend from Iowa knows, older workers have been particularly devastated by our current economic downturn. A recent…”

Editor's note · Context