Grants to combat structural ageism

(a) In general Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Bureau is operational, the Secretary, acting through the Director, shall carry out a program to award, on a competitive basis, grants to covered institutions to— (1) facilitate activities, services, and programs to improve the welfare of older workers; (2) combat structural ageism; (3) improve employment opportunities for older workers; and (4) create a more diverse and inclusive workplace. (b) Priority In making grants under subsection (a), the Secretary shall give priority to a covered institution that is located in an area that has no training programs specifically targeted to disadvantaged older workers. (c) Covered institutions defined For the purposes of this section, the term covered institution means any of the following: (1) An employer. (2) An employer association. (3) A labor organization. (4) A nonprofit with expertise in older workers. (5) A worker organization. (6) Another institution determined appropriate by the Secretary.