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Support for Colleges and Workforce Development Programs

This bill aims to strengthen workforce development programs at higher education institutions, such as community colleges, by providing grants. This will enable more individuals to acquire in-demand skills, increasing their employment prospects and earning potential. These programs will be developed in collaboration with employers to meet real industry needs.
Key points
Colleges, including community colleges, will receive grants to establish and expand training programs that help individuals gain sought-after skills.
These programs will work closely with businesses to ensure graduates have the qualifications needed for jobs in growing industries.
Special emphasis will be placed on supporting individuals facing employment barriers and incumbent workers needing to upgrade their skills.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1132
Sponsor: Rep. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-6]
Process start date: 2025-02-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to direct the Secretary of Labor to award grants to community colleges for high-quality workforce development programs.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1132.

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 2025-02-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges, including community colleges, will receive grants to establish and expand training programs that help individuals gain sought-after skills.
  • These programs will work closely with businesses to ensure graduates have the qualifications needed for jobs in growing industries.
  • Special emphasis will be placed on supporting individuals facing employment barriers and incumbent workers needing to upgrade their skills.
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. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-6].

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 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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