New Collar Jobs Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-04-07T12:19:43Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2447 New Collar Jobs Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/7/2025, 12:19 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2447

Bill 119 HR 2447, also known as the "Cybersecurity Education and Job Growth Act," aims to enhance cybersecurity education and job opportunities in the United States. The bill proposes various measures to achieve this goal, including increasing funding for cybersecurity education programs, promoting partnerships between educational institutions and industry stakeholders, and expanding access to cybersecurity training for underrepresented groups.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to support cybersecurity education initiatives at the K-12, undergraduate, and graduate levels. These grants would be awarded to schools and organizations that demonstrate a commitment to enhancing cybersecurity education and training opportunities for students. Additionally, the bill seeks to incentivize industry partnerships with educational institutions by providing tax credits for companies that invest in cybersecurity education programs.

Furthermore, the bill aims to address the shortage of cybersecurity professionals by expanding access to training programs for underrepresented groups, such as women and minorities. This includes funding for scholarships, internships, and apprenticeships in the cybersecurity field to help diversify the workforce and ensure that all individuals have the opportunity to pursue a career in cybersecurity. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2447 is a comprehensive effort to strengthen cybersecurity education and job growth in the United States. By investing in education and training programs, promoting industry partnerships, and expanding opportunities for underrepresented groups, the bill seeks to address the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals and ensure that the nation remains secure in the digital age.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2447

Bill HR 2447 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2447 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2447's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Education and Workforce, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of March 27, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2447

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2447

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2447

To increase cybersecurity education and job growth, and for other purposes.To increase cybersecurity education and job growth, and for other purposes.

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