A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to define the term evidence-based.

# Summary of S. 922 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)—a major federal law governing job training and workforce development programs—by adding a clear definition of what "evidence-based" means. Currently, WIOA requires certain programs to be "evidence-based," but the law doesn't specifically define this term, which can lead to inconsistency in how federal agencies and states interpret and implement these requirements. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects workforce development programs, job training providers, state and local governments that administer these programs, and ultimately workers seeking training and employment services.

By clarifying what "evidence-based" means, the bill could influence which job training programs receive federal funding and how programs are evaluated for effectiveness. **Current Status:** S. 922 was introduced by Senator Jim Banks (R-IN) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. The bill has not advanced beyond the initial committee stage.