Time-use and labor force participation data collection

Section 15(a) of the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49l–2), as amended by section 2, is further amended by adding at the end the following: (4) Time-use and labor force participation data (A) In general In collecting the data and information described in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (1), the Secretary shall conduct a recurring household survey to measure how individuals allocate time across work, caregiving, household production, education, and other activities determined relevant by the Secretary. (B) Data and information requirements The survey under subparagraph (A) shall include measures sufficient to evaluate the use of digital tools and emerging technologies in the workplace. (C) Publication of survey Using the data and information collected for purposes of the survey under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall annually disseminate, through the nationwide workforce and labor market information system in accordance with paragraph (1)(G), data necessary to evaluate how technological change, including artificial intelligence, affects work patterns and labor force participation. (D) Authorization of appropriations In addition to the amounts authorized to be appropriated under subsection (g), there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this paragraph $5,000,000 for fiscal year 2027 and each of the 5 succeeding fiscal years..