Vocational Education for a New Generation Act of 2024

This bill creates a new, locally funded initiative called the Workforce Ready Program to expand career and technical education opportunities for students and adults in the District of Columbia. Administered by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education, the program will provide grants and contracts to schools, nonprofits, and employers to develop new courses, increase enrollment, and offer industry certifications. Funds can be used for various purposes, including training instructors, providing transportation for students, paying wages during work-based learning experiences, and expanding programs at the Advanced Technical Center. To ensure quality, recipients must submit plans outlining how their programs will lead to recognized credentials and technical occupations that do not require a bachelor's degree.