CAREER Act of 2023

3/12/2024, 12:10 PM

Summary of Bill S 1991

The CAREER Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1991, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting career and technical education programs. The bill seeks to provide funding and support for these programs in order to better prepare students for the workforce and help them acquire the skills needed for in-demand jobs.

One of the key provisions of the CAREER Act is the establishment of a grant program to assist states in developing and implementing career and technical education programs. These grants would be used to support a wide range of activities, including curriculum development, teacher training, and the purchase of equipment and materials.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase collaboration between schools, businesses, and other stakeholders in order to ensure that career and technical education programs are aligned with the needs of the local workforce. This would help students gain practical experience and make connections that could lead to job opportunities after graduation. Overall, the CAREER Act of 2023 is designed to improve the quality and accessibility of career and technical education programs in the United States, with the ultimate goal of helping students succeed in the workforce and contribute to the country's economic growth.

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Current Status of Bill S 1991

Bill S 1991 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 14, 2023. Bill S 1991 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 14, 2023.  Bill S 1991's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2099) as of June 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1991

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1991

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1991

CAREER Act of 2023CAREER Act of 2023Comprehensive Addiction Recovery through Effective Employment and Reentry Act of 2023A bill to reauthorize certain programs under the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1991

R
Mitch McConnell
Kentucky(Republican)
R
Bill Hagerty
Tennessee(Republican)

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