Built to Last: Why Skills Matter for Long-Run Success in Welfare Reform

This report and companion policy brief argue that basic skills and educational credentials are critical for labor market success. The report and brief make the case that the current federal welfare law is too restrictive in its allowance of education and training activities and recommends that this...

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Published in:Policy File 2003
Main Authors: Martinson, Karin, Strawn, Julie
Format: Report
Language:English
Subjects:
Center for Law and Social Policy
Government
Welfare
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Summary:This report and companion policy brief argue that basic skills and educational credentials are critical for labor market success. The report and brief make the case that the current federal welfare law is too restrictive in its allowance of education and training activities and recommends that this be rectified when the welfare law is reauthorized this year.