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Senate Supports Career and Technical Education for Skilled Workforce Development.

This Senate resolution officially designates February 2023 as Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. While it doesn't create new laws, it highlights the critical importance of CTE programs in preparing skilled workers for high-demand fields like infrastructure, technology, and healthcare. The goal is to encourage parents and educators to promote vocational pathways as a respected route to stable, high-skill careers.
Key points
Official recognition and support for vocational education (CTE) programs that train workers for high-demand, high-wage sectors (e.g., IT, construction, nursing).
Encourages schools and parents to view technical education as a respected and effective path to obtaining valuable professional credentials.
Emphasizes that CTE programs help students graduate on time and secure jobs in fields vital for US economic competitiveness.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_67
Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Process start date: 2023-02-15