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A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to establish a community college and career training grant program.

2/16/2024, 9:08 PM

Summary of Bill S 3742

Bill 118 s 3742, also known as the Community College and Career Training Grant Program Act, aims to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 by creating a new grant program specifically for community colleges and career training programs. The bill seeks to provide funding and support for these institutions to better prepare students for the workforce.

The grant program outlined in the bill would focus on improving the quality of education and training offered by community colleges and career training programs. This includes expanding access to high-quality programs, increasing student retention and completion rates, and enhancing partnerships with employers to ensure that students are gaining the skills needed for in-demand jobs.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of providing support services to students, such as career counseling, job placement assistance, and financial aid resources. By investing in community colleges and career training programs, the bill aims to help more students successfully complete their education and enter the workforce with the skills needed to succeed. Overall, Bill 118 s 3742 seeks to address the growing demand for skilled workers in various industries by strengthening community colleges and career training programs through a dedicated grant program. This legislation aims to support students, educators, and employers in building a stronger, more competitive workforce for the future.

Current Status of Bill S 3742

Bill S 3742 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2024. Bill S 3742 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 6, 2024.  Bill S 3742's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of February 6, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3742

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
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 3742

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3742

A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to establish a community college and career training grant program.
ACCESS Act of 2024
ACCESS Act of 2024
Assisting Community Colleges in Educating Skilled Students to Careers Act of 2024
A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to establish a community college and career training grant program.

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