Widening Internet Readiness for Employment Development Act

“(D) as applicable and practicable, shall make programs, services, and activities accessible to individuals through electronic means that meet the standards and incorporate the best practices established by the Secretary of Labor under subsection (j), including through an internet website that is unique to the particular one-stop delivery system.”

“(j) Standards and best practices for provision of services through electronic means—After soliciting public comments and consulting with and receiving input from relevant parties, including local boards, State boards, and the Secretary of Labor, in coordination with the Federal agencies responsible for the programs and activities described in subsection (b)(1)(B), shall establish and maintain standards and best practices for the provision of services through electronic means, including for internet websites maintained by one-stop delivery systems under subsection (e)(2)(D). Such standards and best practices shall include—

“(1) a requirement for user-friendly, up-to-date websites available to all individuals seeking one-stop services, including individuals with barriers to employment;

“(2) a requirement that such websites prominently display the address and hours of operation of all physical one-stop centers in the local area, and a description of services provided in and events held at each such center;

“(3) best practices for incorporating social media and networking capabilities into such websites;

“(4) best practices for making such websites accessible by mobile devices to the extent practicable;

“(5) best practices for providing, through electronic means, services such as resume assistance, cover letter review, job searching, interview preparations, and online employment-related practice tests, through videos, video-conferencing, or other means; and

“(6) best practices for assuring a secure network and the protection of any personal information.”