Critical Labor Coalition

Businesses, trade associations, and non-profit organizations collaborating to eliminate barriers to entering the workforce

[Critical Labor Coalition @CriticalLabor]

Our "WOTC Works!" campaign is live and calling on employers to speak up. If your business has used WOTC to hire, train or retain workers, Congress needs to hear from you. Share your story and help protect this proven hiring tool.

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#WOTCWorks

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A deep dive on the need for digital skills in the workforce at the CLC Lunch & Learn with the @SkillsCoalition. Many thanks to Amanda Bergson-Shilcock, Megan Evans and Jeffrey Connor-Naylor and all of our CLC members who attended.

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In Florida’s construction industry, the labor shortage is showing up in delayed projects, rising costs and growing concerns about whether production can keep up with demand. Workforce challenges require workforce solutions. https://t.co/2DOOFwtzN1

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Thank you @RepClayFuller for meeting with CLC members today to discuss manufacturing, retail and other industries facing labor shortages. #laborshortage

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When 1 in 3 men are neither working nor looking for work, it’s a warning sign for our economy. Employers need stronger talent pipelines, modernized workforce training and policies that help bring more people back into the labor force. #LaborShortage https://t.co/QfYjTftBwy

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Skilled trades keep America running, but by 2030, an estimated 2.1 million skilled trades jobs in the U.S. could go unfilled. The right workforce policies can help close the gap! https://t.co/ycRq3Ka9ql #NationalSkilledTradesDay

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As #NationalApprenticeshipWeek comes to a close, we applaud @RILAtweets, whose members are helping build stronger career pathways in skilled trades, technology, and retail—preparing the next generation of workers for in-demand careers.

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#NationalApprenticeshipWeek continues. Today's spotlight is CLC member @SHRM

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Today's #NationalApprenticeshipWeek spotlight is on CLC member @chroassociation!

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During #NationalApprenticeshipWeek, we’re highlighting CLC members who are delivering proven workforce results. Today’s spotlight is on @WeRRestaurants

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Reauthorizing WIOA is critical to tackling America’s workforce shortage. CLC urges Chairman @RepWalberg, Ranking Member @BobbyScott, and @edworkforcecmte members to advance bipartisan proposals that streamline and modernize the US workforce. https://t.co/WFzzbAESHl

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CLC’s voice in Washington keeps growing—welcome our 5 newest members: @NatlGrocers, @CHROAssoc, @NLBMDA, @PCCAssociation, and @IECnational. Together, leading employers are pushing practical, pro-workforce solutions to tackle the ongoing labor shortage.

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Full house for CLC’s Lunch & Learn with @USChamber Chief Economist @CurtisDubay, who shared insights on the economy and workforce shortages. Thanks to our CLC members and special guests from @ARTBA and @NAHBhome for joining us.

[Critical Labor Coalition @CriticalLabor]

The workforce participation rate for older workers is at its lowest in two decades. AI could be accelerating the trend. We need smarter workforce policies to support retraining, retention, and opportunity across generations. #LaborShortage
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Employers: Congress needs to hear your WOTC story! Take our brief survey here: https://t.co/xFT9FN3Hwp

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The court's ruling may allow almost 1 million parole workers back into the labor pool. CLC will continue to track important court decisions affecting the #LaborShortage. https://t.co/bPkDBw5ow6

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With trillions in investment, AI is transforming the economy—and the needs of the U.S. workforce. CLC is working with Congress to provide insight into the impact of AI on us business owners. @MikeRoweWorks #LaborShortage https://t.co/P7byK5JDDk

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Last week, the White House released its AI policy framework to implement protective guardrails, reduce barriers and accelerate innovation. CLC stands ready to support workforce-focused AI policy—providing industry data and insights to policymakers. https://t.co/o9o3WFibCB

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As farm labor dries up, the New York Times notes "Some of the administration’s top goals of reducing immigration, keeping food prices low and helping American workers may inevitably conflict."
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