Employment Services and Jobs Parity Act

# Employment Services and Jobs Parity Act (HR 1797) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Employment Services and Jobs Parity Act would extend federal employment services and job training programs to American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands on equal terms with the rest of the United States. Currently, these U.S. territories receive different or limited access to federal workforce development resources compared to the 50 states. If passed, the bill would ensure these island territories can participate in the same employment assistance and training initiatives available elsewhere in the country. **Who It Affects** This legislation primarily affects residents of American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands who are seeking employment or job training.

It would also impact local government agencies in these territories that administer workforce programs. Indirectly, it could benefit employers in these regions by improving access to trained workers. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds (R-MP) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. No further action has been taken at this time.