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Connecting Small Businesses with Career and Technical Education Graduates

This act aims to help small businesses and women-owned businesses hire graduates from career and technical education programs. Small Business Development Centers and Women's Business Centers will now provide information on hiring these skilled graduates and how vocational programs can meet staffing needs. This could help graduates find jobs and businesses find the employees they need.
Key points
Small business support centers will provide information on hiring vocational school graduates.
Businesses will learn how vocational programs can help them find employees.
Vocational graduates will learn how to use business center resources to start their own businesses.
The act aims to better connect small businesses with skilled graduates, potentially improving job access and business growth.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-06-03
99%
For 396
Against 5
Abstain 0
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Passed House
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1642
Sponsor: Rep. Williams, Roger [R-TX-25]
Process start date: 2025-02-26
Voting date: 2025-06-03
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 146
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Connecting Small Businesses with Career and Technical Education Graduates Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1642.

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 2025-02-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Small business support centers will provide information on hiring vocational school graduates.
  • Businesses will learn how vocational programs can help them find employees.
  • Vocational graduates will learn how to use business center resources to start their own businesses.
  • The act aims to better connect small businesses with skilled graduates, potentially improving job access and business growth.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Williams, Roger [R-TX-25].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 - 5 (Roll no. 146). (text: CR H2392)

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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