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Doubling Funding for Career and Technical Education Programs

This bill proposes a significant increase in funding for career and technical education programs. The aim is to help Americans acquire new skills, potentially leading to higher wages and greater job security in a changing economy. Citizens could benefit from improved training opportunities to prepare for new jobs.
Key points
Proposal to approximately double funding for federal career and technical education programs.
Aims to help workers gain new skills, increasing their potential for higher earnings and stable employment.
Supports the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act with an additional $13 billion over 10 years.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_474
Sponsor: Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8]
Process start date: 2025-06-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for approximately doubling funding for Federal career and technical education programs.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_474.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Proposal to approximately double funding for federal career and technical education programs.
  • Aims to help workers gain new skills, increasing their potential for higher earnings and stable employment.
  • Supports the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act with an additional $13 billion over 10 years.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

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