DPA Workforce and Skilled Labor Needs Act of 2026
Sponsored by Casten, Sean (Democrat-IL-6) · House · Introduced Mar 27, 2026
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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)
This bill would modify the Defense Production Act of 1950 to help address labor shortages in defense-related industries by expanding the government's tools to manage workforce development and skilled labor. The specific amendments are not detailed in the provided bill text.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
Mar 27, 2026
In Committee
Mar 27, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Casten, Sean
Independent · IL-6
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