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Aviation Workforce Grants: Increasing Minority and Gender Representation.

This Act establishes a new grant program under the Department of Transportation aimed at boosting the representation of racial and gender minorities in the aviation workforce. The funds will support training, education, apprenticeships, and cover associated costs like certification and transportation for students from under-represented groups. This initiative seeks to create more equitable access to high-paying aviation careers.
Key points
$80 million annually (FY 2024-2028) is authorized for training and educational programs in the aviation industry targeting minorities.
Grants will help cover student costs for education, internships, apprenticeships, transportation, and professional certification fees.
A minimum of 40% of the total funding must be allocated to minority-serving educational institutions.
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Print number: 118_S_1163
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2023-03-30