Aviation Minority Workforce Development Act of 2023

S 1163, the Aviation Minority Workforce Development Act of 2023, creates a federal grant program to increase racial and gender minority representation in the aviation workforce. The bill authorizes $80 million annually (2024-2028) for grants to eligible organizations - including minority-serving institutions and industry partnerships - to fund training, education, and cost assistance for underrepresented students. It requires at least 40% of funds to support minority-serving institutions and mandates annual reports to Congress on grant usage and program effectiveness. The legislation directly affects minority students and aviation workforce programs by providing concrete financial support to expand access and participation.