What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 4889.
Federal Jobs: Removing Degree Barriers for Skilled Workers (STARs).
This bill aims to open up federal employment opportunities for individuals who gained skills through alternative routes like apprenticeships, military service, or on-the-job experience, rather than a traditional college degree. It prohibits federal agencies from automatically requiring a degree unless strictly necessary for the job's specific skills. This change ensures that citizens with practical experience have a clearer path to government jobs.
Key points
Federal agencies are generally prohibited from requiring a minimum college degree for employment, focusing instead on necessary skills and alternative qualifications.
A dedicated hiring path will be established on USAJOBS.gov to help skilled workers without degrees (STARs) easily find eligible federal positions.
Requires a study on creating programs like scholarships and tuition assistance to support STAR employees who wish to pursue further education while working.
Status:
Expired
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