Labor Market Response Act

This bill, titled the "Labor Market Response Act," amends section 2008 of the Social Security Act to modify requirements for Health Profession Opportunity Grants (HPOG). It mandates that applications for these grants must now include a description of recent labor market information, specifically demonstrating the availability and relevance of in-demand jobs or existing worker shortages . This change aims to ensure that grant funding is strategically directed towards addressing critical workforce needs in the health professions. Applicants will be required to provide pertinent evidence to support their claims regarding labor market demands. The amendment is scheduled to take effect on October 1, 2025 .