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Community College Agriculture Grants: Funding for Workforce Training and Apprenticeships.

This law establishes a new grant program providing $20 million annually to community colleges offering agriculture and natural resources programs. The goal is to enhance educational capacity, purchase modern equipment, and develop hands-on training opportunities like apprenticeships. This ensures students gain practical skills, including farm business management, making them better prepared for jobs in the agricultural sector.
Key points
Authorizes $20 million annually (through 2029) for competitive grants to community colleges with agriculture programs.
Funds must be used to expand capacity, purchase equipment, support faculty, and develop apprenticeships and work-based learning.
Priority is given to colleges that coordinate training and opportunities directly with local agriculture industry operators.
New educational offerings will include essential business skills for farming, such as accounting, finance, and farm business management.
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Print number: 118_S_1740
Sponsor: Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2023-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Community College Agriculture Advancement Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1740.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes $20 million annually (through 2029) for competitive grants to community colleges with agriculture programs.
  • Funds must be used to expand capacity, purchase equipment, support faculty, and develop apprenticeships and work-based learning.
  • Priority is given to colleges that coordinate training and opportunities directly with local agriculture industry operators.
  • New educational offerings will include essential business skills for farming, such as accounting, finance, and farm business management.
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 Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Education