Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 8294, the National Apprenticeship Act of 2020, which invests more than $3.5 billion over 5 years in expanding opportunities and access to Registered Apprenticeships, youth apprenticeships, and pre-apprenticeships. The legislation included Representative Derek Kilmer’s (WA-06) bipartisan amendment to ensure computer science youth apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and apprenticeship programs are prioritized for funding through the comprehensive legislation.
“We know that apprenticeship programs are one of the most effective paths to high quality, work-based learning in America. And in today’s changing economy, it’s important to continue to find ways to prepare our kids for the jobs of the future - jobs in advanced manufacturing, health care, technology, green jobs, and computer science,” said Rep. Kilmer. “That’s why I’m proud that in addition to investing broadly in apprenticeship programs across the board, Congress included my bipartisan amendment to expand access to computer science youth apprenticeship programs. These investments will provide more 21st century job opportunities for our kids, more qualified employees for our local employers, and more economic resiliency for our communities.”
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, 94 percent of people who complete Registered Apprenticeships are employed upon completion, earning an average starting wage of above $70,000 annually. Yet, according to the most recent data, only 0.3 percent of the overall workforce in America have completed an apprenticeship.
During a time of record unemployment, the National Apprenticeships Acts of 2020 would mark the first time the National Apprenticeship system has been comprehensively updated since 1937. The bill also takes the critical first step of codifying into federal law youth and pre-apprenticeship programs, a measure that Rep. Kilmer has long supported through his own legislation - the Compete for the Future Act. The Compete for the Future Act empowers the Department of Education, with the advice of the Department of Labor, to run a prize competition that would award eligible youth and pre-apprenticeship programs with investments to expand their programs and serve more students.
According to the House Committee on Education and Labor, the National Apprenticeship Act of 2020 is expected to create nearly 1 million new apprenticeship opportunities on top of the current expected growth of the apprenticeship system. It is also expected to yield $10.6 billion in net benefits to U.S. taxpayers in the form of increased workers productivity and decreased spending on public-assistance programs and unemployment insurance.
By increasing investments in the national apprenticeship system, the National Apprenticeship Act of 2020 aims to begin to bring America’s investments in apprenticeships more in line with countries around the world. The U.S. spends only about 0.1 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) on workforce training and employment programs, while peer industrialized nations spend roughly six times as much as a share of GDP.
The legislation aims to expand the nation’s workforce development system during our nation’s deepest economic decline since the Great Depression and increase diversity within the national apprenticeship system.
The legislation is endorsed by the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE), Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP), Healthcare Career Advancement Program (H-CAP), Jobs for the Future (JFF), Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), National Skills Coalition (NSC), National Taskforce on Tradeswomen’s Issues (TWTF), North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU), National Urban League (NUL), and Third Way.
IN OTHER STATE NEWS HEADLINES:
Inslee announces additional COVID-19 financial support.
Gov. Jay Inslee today announced additional financial support funds for families and businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The governor was joined by Lisa Brown, Department of Commerce director, for the announcement.
https://www.governor.wa.gov/news-media/inslee-announces-additional-covid-19-financial-support
Sheep Company Road shooting range at Wenas Wildlife Area open to public.
YAKIMA – The Sheep Company Road shooting range on the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (WDFW) Wenas Wildlife Area near Selah has reopened for public use. The range was closed for updates recommended by a volunteer advisory committee, several of which make it more accessible for people of all abilities.
https://wdfw.wa.gov/news/sheep-company-road-shooting-range-wenas-wildlife-area-open-public
Department of Health urges people to limit Thanksgiving gatherings, not seek screening tests
The Department of Health (DOH) strongly urges everyone to limit their holiday celebrations to only members of their immediate households. We also encourage anyone with symptoms or close contact with someone who is infected (or suspected to be infected) with COVID-19 to get tested now. And for now, we discourage others without symptoms from seeking tests.
Demand for COVID-19 testing has increased across the state of Washington as disease transmission continues to rise. To ensure testing access for Washingtonians with COVID-like symptoms or those who have had close contacts, we are asking the general public to not seek screening tests to attend Thanksgiving celebrations.
Avoid scammers and con artists: “Give smart” this holiday season--Sec. of State
OLYMPIA — It’s the most wonderful time of the year for giving. And for scammers.
To help ensure charitable donations go to their intended causes, Washington Secretary of State Kim Wyman is encouraging people to “give smart” this holiday season.
https://www.sos.wa.gov/office/news-releases.aspx#/news/1428
IN OTHER HEADLINE NEWS...
WORLD NEWS HEADLINES:
‘We see the sparks before they turn into fires’: training women to avoid conflict in Sierra Leone.
In the West African country of Sierra Leone, the UN is supporting a government programme, training women and men to take on leadership roles in areas such as peacebuilding, with the aim of promoting peace and non-violence.---UN NEWS CENTER
https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/11/1078262
UN chief to press G20 for greater solidarity and support during pandemic.
When he addresses leaders of the world’s richest countries at the G20 summit on Saturday, UN Secretary-General António Guterres will deliver a simple message on the COVID-19 pandemic: “We need solidarity and cooperation. And we need concrete action now — especially for the most vulnerable.” --UN NEWS CENTER
https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/11/1078192
Remarks at a UN Security Council Arria-Formula Meeting on Afghanistan’s Peace Process (via VTC)--USUN
Anniversary of the Wrongful Detention of the CITGO-6 in Venezuela--US STATE DEPT.
https://www.state.gov/anniversary-of-the-wrongful-detention-of-the-citgo-6-in-venezuela/
NATIONAL NEWS HEADLINES:
Remarks by President Trump on Delivering Lower Prescription Drug Prices for All Americans--WH Press release
Acting Assistant Attorney General Brian C. Rabbitt Delivers Remarks at Shinshu University 2nd White Collar Crime Workshop
Washington, DC ~ Friday, November 20, 2020.
Secretary DeVos Unveils Interactive Online Portal to Provide Transparency on Use of CARES Act Education Funding by States, Grantees--US DEPT. OF EDUCATION
FDA Approves First Treatment for Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome and Some Progeroid Laminopathies.
BUSINESS & FINANCE:
While the COVID-19 Vaccine is Within Reach, Logistical Challenges and Funding Remain Roadblocks in Distribution--US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Acting Assistant Attorney General Brian C. Rabbitt Delivers Remarks at Shinshu University 2nd White Collar Crime Workshop.
Letter from Chair Powell to Secretary Mnuchin regarding emergency lending facilities
Dear Mr. Secretary,
Like you, I am pleased with all that we have accomplished together this year. We rapidly put in place emergency lending facilities to support state and local governments, small and medium-sized businesses, and large employers. These were novel and complex programs that required us to work productively together. Our efforts helped to prevent severe disruptions in the financial system and unlocked trillions of dollars of private lending to households, businesses, and municipalities at a moment when the economy needed it most.
The CARES Act assigns the Treasury Secretary sole authority to make certain investments in Federal Reserve emergency lending facilities, subject to limits specified in the statute. You have indicated that the limits on your authority do not permit the CARES Act facilities to make new loans or purchase new assets after December 31, 2020, and you have requested that we return Treasury's excess capital in the CARES Act facilities. We will work out arrangements with you for returning the unused portions of the funds allocated to the CARES Act facilities in connection with their year-end termination.
As you noted in your letter, non-CARES Act funds remain in the Exchange Stabilization Fund and are, as always, available, to the extent permitted by law, to capitalize any Federal Reserve lending facilities that are needed to maintain financial stability and support the economy.--THE FED
https://www.federalreserve.gov/foia/letter-from-chair-powell-to-secretary-mnuchin-20201120.htm
U.S. SECRETARY OF LABOR SCALIA HIGHLIGHTS WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AT VOLKSWAGEN IN CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia traveled to Chattanooga, Tennessee, where he visited the Volkswagen Chattanooga Assembly Plant. During his tour, Secretary Scalia learned about the Volkswagen Academy, which offers a combination of classroom and hands-on instruction for careers in the Volkswagen plant.
“I was pleased to visit and learn more today about Volkswagen’s work in Tennessee to help men and women develop the skills needed to secure high-paying jobs,” said U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia. “Today’s visit to the Volkswagen Academy was an illustration that apprenticeships are one important tool to help Americans enter the workforce and to meet companies’ need for skilled workers.”
The mission of the Department of Labor is to foster, promote and develop the welfare of the wage earners, job seekers and retirees of the United States; improve working conditions; advance opportunities for profitable employment; and assure work-related benefits and rights.---Dept. of labor
https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/osec/osec20201120
More Coverage on the voter fraud case:
Sidney Powell: Some 'May Need Witness Protection' After Our Exposé--Town Hall
Wanted: Evidence of Massive Fraud
The Trump legal team charges that there was a high-level scheme to steal the election, and they say they have the evidence.---The Patriot Post
https://patriotpost.us/articles/75043-wanted-evidence-of-massive-fraud-2020-11-20
Jordan Sekulow to Newsmax TV: Pending Georgia Lawsuit 'Shocking'---NEWS MAX
https://www.newsmax.com/newsmax-tv/georgia-lawsuit-jordan-sekulow-constitution/2020/11/21/id/998154/
Tucker On Latest Sidney Powell Claims: WH, Trump Lawyers Haven’t Seen Any Evidence Backing Up Claims--Daily Wire
LOCAL MEETINGS & AGENDA'S
CLALLAM COUNTY WORK SESSION FOR 11. 23. 20
https://clallam.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&event_id=1238
The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will be conducting interviews on Monday, November 23rd
for the open Clallam County District Court II Judge position.
CLALLAM COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR SESSION FOR 11.24.20
https://clallam.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&event_id=7240
SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING OF THE PORT OF PORT ANGELES COMMISSION MEETING FOR 11.24.20
https://www.portofpa.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11242020-463
CITY OF SEQUIM CITY COUNCIL MEETING FOR 11. 23. 20
https://www.sequimwa.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/2334
City of Forks Council meeting for 11. 23.20
https://forkswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Agenda_20201123.pdf
CLALLAM PUD MEETING FOR 11.23.20
https://clallampud.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/11-23-20-WEB-Packet.pdf
JEFFERSON COUNTY MEETINGS
Jefferson County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting –November 23, 2020
Port of Port Townsend Special Commission Meeting 11.24.2020
Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at 5:30 PM.
https://portofpt.com/event/regular-business-meeting-2-2020-11-25/
TODAY'S VIDEO
Pearson Sharp: Michigan is back in play!
https://www.facebook.com/officialteamtrump/videos/5138995672784743
STEP UP NOW!
The Lamestream media does NOT get to decide who our President is - only YOU DO.
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Weekly Scripture verse:
1 Corinthians 1:4-5 (New King James Version)
I thank my God always concerning you for the grace of God which was given to you by Christ Jesus, that you were enriched in everything by Him in all utterance and all knowledge,
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