A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to permit greater flexibility in carrying out incumbent worker training programs, and for other purposes.

S. 3870 proposes to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, a federal law that funds job training and employment services. The bill would give employers greater flexibility in how they conduct incumbent worker training programs, which are designed to help current employees develop new skills and advance in their careers.

If enacted, this bill could make it easier for businesses to customize training programs to meet their specific workforce needs. By reducing restrictions on how incumbent worker training can be structured and delivered, employers may be able to more efficiently train existing staff for changing job requirements. This could potentially benefit workers by providing more accessible skill development opportunities and help employers retain experienced workers rather than hiring new ones.

The bill was introduced in the Senate in February 2026 and is currently under committee consideration. It has not yet been voted on by the full Senate.