Number: 97-536 Title: Job Training Under the Workforce Investment Act (WIA): An Overview Authors: Ann Lordeman, Domestic Social Policy Division Abstract: The President signed P.L. 105-220 (H.R. 1385), The Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (WIA), on August 7, 1998. The intent of this legislation is to consolidate, coordinate, and improve employment, training, literacy, and vocational rehabilitation programs. The focus of this report is on Title I of WIA, providing background information as the 108th Congress considers reauthorization legislation. Pages: 6 Date: Updated March 14, 2003