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Community College to Career Fund: New Educational and Workforce Opportunities

This act establishes a new fund to support partnerships between community colleges and industries. The goal is to align educational programs with labor market needs, helping citizens acquire in-demand skills and find employment. Students can expect training programs leading to recognized credentials, improving their job prospects.
Key points
Financial support for colleges collaborating with businesses to create training programs.
Educational programs will be tailored to labor market demands, focusing on in-demand occupations.
Facilitation of obtaining recognized credentials like industry certificates, licenses, or associate degrees.
Priority for individuals with employment barriers, veterans, military spouses, and low-skilled incumbent workers.
Funding for programs that ease credit transfers between institutions and recognize work-related learning.
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Print number: 117_HR_6108
Sponsor: Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2]
Process start date: 2021-12-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Community College to Career Fund in Higher Education Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6108.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial support for colleges collaborating with businesses to create training programs.
  • Educational programs will be tailored to labor market demands, focusing on in-demand occupations.
  • Facilitation of obtaining recognized credentials like industry certificates, licenses, or associate degrees.
  • Priority for individuals with employment barriers, veterans, military spouses, and low-skilled incumbent workers.
  • Funding for programs that ease credit transfers between institutions and recognize work-related learning.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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