arrow_back Back to App

New Pell Grants for Short-Term Workforce Programs

This act expands Federal Pell Grant eligibility to short-term workforce training programs, making financial aid available for vocational courses. This change aims to help more individuals acquire new skills and secure employment in high-demand industries. The programs must meet specific quality and effectiveness criteria to ensure valuable education for citizens.
Key points
Pell Grant eligibility extended to short-term workforce programs starting July 1, 2025.
Programs must be 8 to 15 weeks long and include 150 to 600 instructional hours.
Requirement for programs to prepare students for high-skill, high-wage, or in-demand occupations.
Institutions must publish data on program completion, job placement, and graduate earnings.
Introduction of quality control and oversight mechanisms for programs by accrediting agencies.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6585
Sponsor: Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]
Process start date: 2023-12-05
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Bipartisan Workforce Pell Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6585.

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 2023-12-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pell Grant eligibility extended to short-term workforce programs starting July 1, 2025.
  • Programs must be 8 to 15 weeks long and include 150 to 600 instructional hours.
  • Requirement for programs to prepare students for high-skill, high-wage, or in-demand occupations.
  • Institutions must publish data on program completion, job placement, and graduate earnings.
  • Introduction of quality control and oversight mechanisms for programs by accrediting agencies.
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: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 276.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

CATEGORIES

Education Labor