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Grants for Rural Colleges to Expand Residential Construction Job Training.

This Act aims to boost the skilled workforce in residential construction by providing competitive grants to community colleges and trade schools, especially those in rural areas. Citizens will benefit from new training programs in trades like plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry, potentially leading to better job opportunities and higher wages. The programs must offer flexible schedules and are intended to help increase the supply of affordable housing.
Key points
Grants for Education: Funding for junior/community colleges and technical schools to create or expand training programs for residential construction careers.
Focus on Rural and Underserved Populations: Priority for grants will be given to entities serving rural areas or populations underrepresented in the construction sector.
Key Trade Skills: Training programs must cover essential skills including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, construction management, and HVAC.
Flexible Learning and Job Placement: Institutions must offer flexible schedules (e.g., night classes) and provide job search assistance upon program completion.
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Print number: 118_S_5246
Sponsor: Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV]
Process start date: 2024-09-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CONSTRUCTS Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5246.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants for Education: Funding for junior/community colleges and technical schools to create or expand training programs for residential construction careers.
  • Focus on Rural and Underserved Populations: Priority for grants will be given to entities serving rural areas or populations underrepresented in the construction sector.
  • Key Trade Skills: Training programs must cover essential skills including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, construction management, and HVAC.
  • Flexible Learning and Job Placement: Institutions must offer flexible schedules (e.g., night classes) and provide job search assistance upon program completion.
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. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV].

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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