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New Financial Aid Rules for Job Training Programs

This act changes the rules for federal financial aid for higher education, extending it to certain job training programs. This means more people will be able to get financial support for vocational courses that lead to well-paying and in-demand jobs. The goal is to make it easier to access education that directly translates into better employment opportunities.
Key points
Expands access to federal financial aid for selected job training and vocational programs.
Programs must last at least 8 weeks and include a minimum of 150 instruction hours.
Requires a high completion rate (min. 70%) and placement rate (min. 70%) after program completion.
Training must align with local labor market needs in high-demand sectors.
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Additional Information
CHOICE Act
Print number: HR 5777
Sponsor: Rep. Keller, Fred [R-PA-12]
Process start date: 2021-10-28