HR 8947 United States House · 118th Congress

To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to direct the Secretary of Labor to award grants to community colleges for high-quality workforce development programs.

This bill creates a new grant program to fund high-quality workforce development programs at community colleges, directly affecting community colleges, their students, and employers in targeted industries. It requires community colleges to partner with employers in high-demand sectors to develop evidence-based programs leading to nationally recognized credentials in high-skill, high-wage occupations. The program authorizes $65 million annually from 2025-2030, with grants lasting up to 4 years, and requires transparent reporting on program outcomes including completion rates, job placement, and credential value. Community colleges must demonstrate performance on metrics like employer engagement, program completion, and participant advancement, with annual evaluations to ensure accountability.
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Introduced Jul 8, 2024 Last action Jul 8, 2024
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