Boosting Adult Education and Job Training Access through Libraries and Navigators.
This law significantly increases funding for adult education and job training programs, helping citizens acquire essential digital and information literacy skills. It establishes the new role of "College and Career Navigator" to assist individuals with career planning, financial aid access, and educational pathways. These services will often be available in local public libraries, enhancing accessibility for underserved communities.
Key points
Increased authorized funding for adult education programs (up to $1.35 billion by FY 2029) and new grants for career navigators.
Creation of "College and Career Navigators" to provide personalized guidance on job readiness, financial aid, and training options.
Expansion of workforce services to include digital and information literacy training, utilizing public libraries as key access points for career services.
Expired
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