IL HR0107

Encourages companies to establish pre-training and pre-hiring placement centers in underresourced and underserved communities to expand economic opportunity and workforce development.

Recognizes the Employer Training Investment Program (ETIP) which helps Illinois workers upgrade skills in new technologies and business practices to keep companies competitive.

Recognizes the EPIC pilot program that provides career pathway training to SNAP recipients to increase employment and reduce reliance on public assistance benefits.

Recognizes Community Action Agencies operating under the Community Services Block Grant Program, with 36 agencies providing services to help low-income individuals achieve self-sufficiency.

Directs the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to explore creating a pilot program or grant program to support companies establishing training and hiring centers in underserved communities.