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Recognizing Prior Learning for Faster Employment

This act aims to help adults and dislocated workers find jobs more easily by recognizing their existing knowledge and skills. Through new assessments, work experience, military service, or prior education can be converted into credentials or credits, speeding up their return to the workforce. Companies will be encouraged to hire based on skills, not just degrees.
Key points
Facilitating the recognition of prior knowledge and skills (e.g., from work, military service) to obtain credentials or college credits.
Supporting companies in hiring employees based on their actual skills, rather than solely on degrees.
Assisting in the creation of resumes and professional profiles that better showcase an individual's skills to potential employers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1446
Sponsor: Rep. Allen, Rick W. [R-GA-12]
Process start date: 2025-02-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Validate Prior Learning to Accelerate Employment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1446.

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 2025-02-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Facilitating the recognition of prior knowledge and skills (e.g., from work, military service) to obtain credentials or college credits.
  • Supporting companies in hiring employees based on their actual skills, rather than solely on degrees.
  • Assisting in the creation of resumes and professional profiles that better showcase an individual's skills to potential employers.
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. Allen, Rick W. [R-GA-12].

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.

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