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Increased transparency for Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.

This law increases access to information about Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. Citizens will gain easy access to data on costs, duration, and employment prospects after completing these programs. Furthermore, the federal student aid application (FAFSA) will now explicitly include information about CTE as a viable alternative to four-year degrees, aiding informed educational choices.
Key points
The Department of Education must publish detailed online data about CTE programs, including average cost, completion time, and graduate employment rates.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be amended to inform students that CTE is a viable alternative to traditional university degrees.
Students applying for financial aid must acknowledge that they have reviewed information regarding CTE programs and available federal funding.
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Additional Information
CTE Awareness Act
Print number: S 3537
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2023-12-14
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Increased transparency for Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 3537.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Education must publish detailed online data about CTE programs, including average cost, completion time, and graduate employment rates.
  • The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be amended to inform students that CTE is a viable alternative to traditional university degrees.
  • Students applying for financial aid must acknowledge that they have reviewed information regarding CTE programs and available federal funding.

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. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

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.

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