Council for American Worker (E.O. 13845)

Summary

Creates a group to help American students and workers get the right training for today's jobs and future jobs.

What problem does this solve?

Many Americans lack the modern skills needed for millions of open jobs because education programs are outdated. This order creates a national council to update job training to better match the needs of today's economy.

What does this order do?

Establishes the President's National Council for the American Worker

Creates a new council to develop a national strategy for worker education and job training. It will be co-chaired by several top administration officials.

Creates the American Workforce Policy Advisory Board

Forms a new advisory board with up to 25 members from outside the government, including from businesses and schools, to advise the Council on workforce policy.

Develops a national workforce strategy

Requires the Council to create recommendations for a national plan to empower workers. This includes promoting skills-based training and better cooperation between the government, employers, and schools.

Launches a national awareness campaign

Directs the Council to create a campaign to raise awareness about the skills crisis, the importance of STEM education, and the need for companies to invest in worker training.

Increases access to job data

Tasks the Council with finding ways to make job data more available. This helps students and workers make informed choices about their careers by showing which jobs are open and what skills are needed.

Promotes apprenticeships and work-based learning

Instructs the Council to support recommendations from the Task Force on Apprenticeship Expansion to increase earn-and-learn opportunities and partnerships between companies and schools.

Who does this affect?

American workers
Students
Private employers and educational institutions

What is the real world impact?

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Addresses the national skills gap

Aims to modernize education and job training to match the needs of a changing economy. This ensures workers are prepared for current and future jobs by focusing on skills that are in high demand.

When does this start?

This order takes effect immediately and sets several deadlines for the new council.

Initial Council Tasks

Within 180 days of July 19, 2018, the Council must develop a national campaign, a plan to recognize companies, and recommendations on various workforce issues.

Council and Board Termination

The Council and the Advisory Board will end two years from July 19, 2018, unless the President extends them.

Council Meetings

The Council is required to hold meetings at least once every three months.