Tell Congress: Support the Local Jobs for America Act

14.6 million workers unemployed in the United States. One in ten Americans without work. One job opening for every 5.6 people looking. Congress must act now to create jobs and protect jobless benefits.

Congress just doesn't get it.  Joblessness is an emergency, and requires bold, emergency action.  Even if the economy begins to rebound today, it will take four to six years to close this job gap.  For our communities, this is unacceptable. Congress can and should do more to help struggling workers in the worst recession since in generations.

Congress must act now to save and create jobs, starting with the Local Jobs for America Act. 
 
The Local Jobs for America Act will provide our economy a shot in the arm by putting a million people to work in local communities.  Specifically, the bill funds local governments and non-profit agencies to save and create jobs providing local services for two years.  Learn more.