Author: Carl E. Van HornPublisher:
ISBN: 9780692163184
Category : Human capital
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Investing in Kids
Author: Timothy J. BartikPublisher: W.E. Upjohn Institute
ISBN: 0880993723
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 439
Book Description
This book presents arguments for the following propositions: Local economic development strategies in the United States should include extensive investments in high quality early childhood programs, such as prekindergarten (pre K) education, child care, and parenting assistance. Economic development policies should also include reforms in business tax incentives. But economic development benefitsChigher earnings per capita in the local communityCcan be better achieved if business incentives are complemented by early childhood programs. Economic development benefits can play an important role in motivating a grassroots movement for investing in our kids.
Making Sense of Incentives
Author: Timothy J. BartikPublisher: W.E. Upjohn Institute
ISBN: 0880996684
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Bartik provides a clear and concise overview of how state and local governments employ economic development incentives in order to lure companies to set up shop—and provide new jobs—in needy local labor markets. He shows that many such incentive offers are wasteful and he provides guidance, based on decades of research, on how to improve these programs.
Building America's Skilled Technical Workforce
Author: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and MedicinePublisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309440068
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 259
Book Description
Skilled technical occupationsâ€"defined as occupations that require a high level of knowledge in a technical domain but do not require a bachelor's degree for entryâ€"are a key component of the U.S. economy. In response to globalization and advances in science and technology, American firms are demanding workers with greater proficiency in literacy and numeracy, as well as strong interpersonal, technical, and problem-solving skills. However, employer surveys and industry and government reports have raised concerns that the nation may not have an adequate supply of skilled technical workers to achieve its competitiveness and economic growth objectives. In response to the broader need for policy information and advice, Building America's Skilled Technical Workforce examines the coverage, effectiveness, flexibility, and coordination of the policies and various programs that prepare Americans for skilled technical jobs. This report provides action-oriented recommendations for improving the American system of technical education, training, and certification.
An Overview of the Federal R&D Budget for Fiscal Year 2007
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on SciencePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
Permanent Extension of Certain Expiring Tax Provisions
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Ways and MeansPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 884
Book Description
Manufacturing Matters
Author: Stephen S. CohenPublisher: New York : Basic Books
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Energy and Water Development Appropriations for 1990
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Energy and Water DevelopmentPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Energy development
Languages : en
Pages : 1212
Book Description
Job Creation Through Public Service Employment
Author: United States. National Commission for Manpower PolicyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Manpower policy
Languages : en
Pages : 648
Book Description
Federal Job Retention Programs for Distressed Timber Communities
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Small Business. Subcommittee on Regulation, Business Opportunities, and EnergyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Forest products industry
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Job Opportunities and Basic Skills Training Program
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Ways and Means. Subcommittee on Human ResourcesPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
This document contains a record of the oral and written testimony of witnesses at a Chicago (Illinois) Congressional hearing on the Job Opportunities and Basic Skills (JOBS) Training Program. Witnesses at the hearing included officials from various Illinois programs funded by the JOBS program, government officials, and unemployed persons. They testified that the high state match of funds and services works against the successful implementation of the JOBS program and the requirements of the Family Support Act of 1988 are burdensome. Witnesses noted that in times of recession, the states simply do not have enough money to set up the matches for federal funds. Witnesses also stated that the JOBS program's requirement that participants engage in 20 hours per week of education is unrealistic because most literacy programs or postsecondary programs require less than 20 hours of classroom work but presume home study time. The 20-hour rule works against participants improving their skills. Proposed changes in the JOBS legislation to lessen the amount of state money required and to make program requirements more flexible are included in these proceedings. (KC)