Training allows youth to gain the skills they need to be productive. to make the most of their abilities. and ultimately to support themselves and become fully contributing citizens in our economy and society. The bill also renews current national Native American programs. Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker programs. and Veterans programs. These are key elements of the countrys system of helping to ensure that those Americans who need and qualify for training in order to be the most productive workers they can be get the best and most costeffective services that the federal government can provide. I am pleased we were able to make some improvements in the job training programs in the bill with respect to veterans.