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Recognizing Prior Learning: Faster Employment and Career Advancement

This act aims to help adults and dislocated workers find jobs more easily by recognizing their existing knowledge and skills. New competency assessments will allow experience gained outside formal education to count towards credentials or help in finding jobs that match their qualifications. Businesses will be encouraged to hire based on skills, not just degrees.
Key points
Experience Recognition: Your skills and knowledge gained from work or military service can now be officially assessed and credited towards degrees or certifications.
Faster Employment: New assessments will help employers better understand your qualifications, potentially speeding up the hiring process and matching you with suitable positions.
Support for Businesses: The act encourages companies to hire based on actual skills, not just educational degrees, opening doors for individuals with rich practical experience.
Career Planning: It will help create individual employment plans that consider your existing skills and identify any additional training needed to achieve career goals.
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Print number: 118_HR_6166
Sponsor: Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]
Process start date: 2023-11-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Validate Prior Learning to Accelerate Employment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6166.

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 2023-11-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Experience Recognition: Your skills and knowledge gained from work or military service can now be officially assessed and credited towards degrees or certifications.
  • Faster Employment: New assessments will help employers better understand your qualifications, potentially speeding up the hiring process and matching you with suitable positions.
  • Support for Businesses: The act encourages companies to hire based on actual skills, not just educational degrees, opening doors for individuals with rich practical experience.
  • Career Planning: It will help create individual employment plans that consider your existing skills and identify any additional training needed to achieve career goals.
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. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21].

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 2025-12-25.

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