If labor shortages and costs continue to rise, we will have a lot more kiosks and artificial intelligence in the service industry. And while innovation can streamline some processes for businesses, the heart of a business depends on people – so it’s pivotal to solve the workforce shortage and get people back in business.

-Misty Chally, Executive Director, Critical Labor Coalition

CLC LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES

    • Broaden age limits for EITC eligibility

    • Extend and expand WOTC

    • Support working caregivers

    • Create lawful avenues for in-demand jobs

    • Protect the current legal workforce

    • Streamline and modernize processes to eliminate backlogs

    • Reauthorize and modernize WIOA

    • Streamline, update and expand apprenticeship programs

    • Incentivize on-the-job training

    • Serve as a resource for policymakers

    • Support AI policies which empower and upskill workers