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Support for Early Childhood Education Apprenticeship Programs

This bill aims to establish apprenticeship programs for individuals seeking to work with young children. This will enable more people to acquire necessary skills and qualifications, potentially improving the quality of childcare and increasing the number of qualified professionals in this field. Citizens may benefit from better access to high-quality early childhood education for their children.
Key points
The bill provides grants to states for developing and evaluating early childhood education apprenticeship programs.
Grant funds will be used for training apprentices, increasing their numbers, supporting career advancement, and fostering partnerships with higher education institutions.
Priority will be given to states partnering with Native American tribes, minority-serving institutions, or allocating at least 25% of funds to underserved or rural areas.
The program aims to increase the number of qualified professionals in early childhood education, potentially leading to better childcare services.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1834
Sponsor: Rep. Guthrie, Brett [R-KY-2]
Process start date: 2023-03-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To direct the Secretary of Labor to award grants to develop, administer, and evaluate early childhood education apprenticeships, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1834.

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 2023-03-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The bill provides grants to states for developing and evaluating early childhood education apprenticeship programs.
  • Grant funds will be used for training apprentices, increasing their numbers, supporting career advancement, and fostering partnerships with higher education institutions.
  • Priority will be given to states partnering with Native American tribes, minority-serving institutions, or allocating at least 25% of funds to underserved or rural areas.
  • The program aims to increase the number of qualified professionals in early childhood education, potentially leading to better childcare services.
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. Guthrie, Brett [R-KY-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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