American Workforce Investment in Next Generation of Students Act

American Workforce Investment in Next Generation of Students Act

This bill directs the Secretary of Education to award grants to eligible entities to carry out a program for students to

• enroll in and complete science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) courses, STEM-focused career and technical education courses, and other career pathway courses during grades 11 and 12 at a secondary school served by a local educational agency (LEA) partner;
• enroll in a course of study related to such a career pathway or in a youth apprenticeship program at a partner community college upon graduating from the secondary school;
• enroll, for a two-year period, in the youth apprenticeship program or the joint-labor management training program upon receiving an associate's degree from a partner community college;
• receive assistance from a student career workforce navigator; and
• receive work training and job placement through a workforce development consortium employer established under the bill.

An eligible entity is a partnership (1) among at least one LEA, at least one community college, and at least one youth apprenticeship program or joint labor-management training program; and (2) that works with an employer in a state-identified high-skill, high-wage, or in-demand industry sector or occupation that is serving, or seeking to expand its capacity to serve, youth apprenticeship programs.

Bill 117 HR 4655, also known as the American Workforce Investment in Next Generation of Students Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to invest in the education and training of the American workforce in order to prepare them for the jobs of the future.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program that would provide funding to schools and educational institutions to develop and implement programs that focus on skills training and workforce development. These programs would aim to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in high-demand industries such as technology, healthcare, and manufacturing.

Additionally, the bill seeks to expand access to apprenticeship programs and other forms of on-the-job training, as well as support for career and technical education programs. By investing in these initiatives, the bill aims to bridge the skills gap and ensure that American workers are prepared to compete in the global economy. Overall, the American Workforce Investment in Next Generation of Students Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to strengthen the American workforce by investing in education and training programs that will prepare workers for the jobs of the future.