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Aviation Workforce Development: New Programs and Grants for Training

This act expands and funds programs to support workforce development in the aviation industry, including aircraft manufacturing. Citizens may benefit from new educational and training opportunities, potentially leading to better employment prospects in the aviation sector. Aviation companies and educational institutions will be able to apply for grants to develop training programs.
Key points
Increased funding for training: $20 million annually until 2028 for aviation workforce development programs.
New support programs: Grants for developing aviation manufacturing workers and for establishing industry training partnerships.
Training for all: Support for educational programs, scholarships, internships, and apprenticeships, including for veterans and individuals from economically disadvantaged areas.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5324
Sponsor: Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]
Process start date: 2022-12-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Aviation WORKS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5324.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased funding for training: $20 million annually until 2028 for aviation workforce development programs.
  • New support programs: Grants for developing aviation manufacturing workers and for establishing industry training partnerships.
  • Training for all: Support for educational programs, scholarships, internships, and apprenticeships, including for veterans and individuals from economically disadvantaged areas.
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 Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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