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To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to direct the Secretary of Labor to award grants to community colleges for high-quality workforce development programs.
2/8/2025, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1132
Bill 119 hr 1132, also known as the "Community College Workforce Development Grant Act," aims to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to provide grants to community colleges for workforce development programs. The bill directs the Secretary of Labor to award grants to community colleges that offer high-quality programs designed to prepare individuals for the workforce.
The goal of the bill is to support community colleges in developing programs that align with the needs of local industries and provide students with the skills and training necessary to secure employment in high-demand fields. By awarding grants to community colleges, the bill seeks to enhance the capacity of these institutions to offer workforce development programs that meet the needs of both students and employers.
Overall, the Community College Workforce Development Grant Act aims to strengthen the connection between education and the workforce, ultimately helping individuals gain the skills and training needed to succeed in today's competitive job market. The bill emphasizes the importance of investing in community colleges as key players in preparing individuals for successful careers and supporting economic growth in local communities.
The goal of the bill is to support community colleges in developing programs that align with the needs of local industries and provide students with the skills and training necessary to secure employment in high-demand fields. By awarding grants to community colleges, the bill seeks to enhance the capacity of these institutions to offer workforce development programs that meet the needs of both students and employers.
Overall, the Community College Workforce Development Grant Act aims to strengthen the connection between education and the workforce, ultimately helping individuals gain the skills and training needed to succeed in today's competitive job market. The bill emphasizes the importance of investing in community colleges as key players in preparing individuals for successful careers and supporting economic growth in local communities.
Current Status of Bill HR 1132
Bill HR 1132 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2025. Bill HR 1132 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 7, 2025. Bill HR 1132's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of February 7, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1132
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1132
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1132
To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to direct the Secretary of Labor to award grants to community colleges for high-quality workforce development programs.
To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to direct the Secretary of Labor to award grants to community colleges for high-quality workforce development programs.
Comments

Lakelyn Carlson
1,043
1 year ago
I think this bill is good for community colleges. It will help people get better jobs. I like that.

Koen Gupta
1,051
1 year ago
I don't really understand this bill, but it seems like it could have some impact on community colleges and workforce development. I'm not sure how it will affect me personally, but I hope it's a positive change for everyone involved.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1132
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