AN ACT ESTABLISHING A GRANT PROGRAM TO INTRODUCE THE BUILDING TRADES TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS.

HB 5855 creates a state grant program to help high schools offer introductory courses in construction and building trades. It directly affects high schools and students, particularly those interested in careers in construction, by providing funding for these courses. The key provision allows students to earn academic credits in these classes that count toward future apprenticeships in building trades, streamlining their path to skilled careers. The bill aims to connect classroom learning with workforce opportunities in construction fields.