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Apprenticeships to College Act
12/13/2023, 10:55 PM
Summary of Bill S 343
Bill 118 s 343, also known as the Apprenticeships to College Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to create a pathway for individuals who have completed apprenticeship programs to earn college credit for their work experience.
The bill outlines a process by which apprenticeship programs can be evaluated and approved for college credit. This would allow individuals who have completed these programs to receive credit towards a college degree, making it easier for them to further their education and advance in their careers.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for funding to support the implementation of this program, as well as requirements for reporting and evaluation to ensure its effectiveness. Overall, the Apprenticeships to College Act aims to bridge the gap between apprenticeship programs and traditional higher education, providing more opportunities for individuals to access and complete college degrees.
The bill outlines a process by which apprenticeship programs can be evaluated and approved for college credit. This would allow individuals who have completed these programs to receive credit towards a college degree, making it easier for them to further their education and advance in their careers.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for funding to support the implementation of this program, as well as requirements for reporting and evaluation to ensure its effectiveness. Overall, the Apprenticeships to College Act aims to bridge the gap between apprenticeship programs and traditional higher education, providing more opportunities for individuals to access and complete college degrees.
Congressional Summary of S 343
Apprenticeships to College Act
This bill requires the Department of Labor to enter into an interagency agreement with the Department of Education to promote and support integration and alignment of programs under the national apprenticeship system with secondary, two- and four-year postsecondary, and adult education.
Current Status of Bill S 343
Bill S 343 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2023. Bill S 343 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 9, 2023. Bill S 343's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of February 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 343
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 343
Primary Policy Focus
Labor and EmploymentComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 343
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