An Act to create and expand student pathways to success

This bill creates a new Workforce Skills Cabinet within the Governor's office to coordinate state agencies and improve college and career readiness for students. The cabinet will include leaders from education, labor, and housing departments, along with representatives from businesses and the public, who will meet monthly to align workforce strategies with future job needs. Its key duties involve studying program equity, releasing annual reports on labor market demands, and improving data tracking for educational pathways. Additionally, the legislation establishes a financial incentive for school districts by awarding $1,000 for every student who earns an industry-recognized certification in a high-demand occupation.