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Technology Workforce Framework Act of 2024

3/4/2024, 7:27 PM

Summary of Bill S 3792

The Technology Workforce Framework Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 s 3792, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing the growing demand for skilled workers in the technology sector. The bill seeks to establish a framework for developing and maintaining a highly skilled technology workforce in the United States.

Key provisions of the bill include the creation of a Technology Workforce Development Board, which will be responsible for identifying current and future workforce needs in the technology sector, as well as developing strategies to address these needs. The board will also work to promote diversity and inclusion in the technology workforce, ensuring that individuals from underrepresented groups have access to training and job opportunities in the industry.

Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a Technology Workforce Training Fund, which will provide grants to support training programs that help individuals acquire the skills needed to succeed in technology-related fields. These programs will focus on areas such as coding, cybersecurity, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. Overall, the Technology Workforce Framework Act of 2024 aims to strengthen the technology workforce in the United States, ensuring that the country remains competitive in the global economy. By investing in training and development programs, the bill seeks to equip individuals with the skills they need to thrive in the rapidly evolving technology industry.

Current Status of Bill S 3792

Bill S 3792 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 8, 2024. Bill S 3792 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 8, 2024.  Bill S 3792's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of February 8, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3792

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 3792

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3792

Technology Workforce Framework Act of 2024
Technology Workforce Framework Act of 2024
A bill to expand the functions of the National Institute of Standards and Technology to include workforce frameworks for critical and emerging technologies, to require the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop an artificial intelligence workforce framework, and periodically review and update the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity, and for other purposes.
A bill to expand the functions of the National Institute of Standards and Technology to include workforce frameworks for critical and emerging technologies, to require the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop an artificial intelligence workforce framework, and periodically review and update the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity, and for other purposes.

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