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New Collar Jobs Act of 2025
4/23/2025, 1:32 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2447
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.
Congressional Summary of HR 2447
New Collar Jobs Act of 2025
This bill provides incentives for cybersecurity education.
Specifically, the bill establishes an employee cybersecurity education tax credit for an employer who incurs costs for an employee who earns a certain cybersecurity certificate or degree. If a business claims such a credit, then federal agencies must award a score increase to each competitive proposal submitted by the business for a federal contract valued at more than $5 million.
In addition, the Department of Education must cancel eligible student loans for borrowers who have (1) made 36 consecutive monthly payments, and (2) held a cybersecurity job in an economically distressed area during at least 12 months of payments.
Finally, the bill makes cybersecurity course instructors eligible for awards under the CyberCorps Scholarship for Service program.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2447
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2447
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2447
Primary Policy Focus
Labor and EmploymentAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2447
Comments

Ahmir Hendricks
1 year ago
I think this new bill is great! It will help create more jobs for people like me and give us more opportunities to succeed. I'm excited to see how this will make a positive impact on our country.


