Congress·In Committee·H.R. 8039

Job Training: Connecting Schools and Local Employers

Workforce and Education Partnership Act of 2026

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This bill, introduced by Bice and Jacobs, aims to close the gap between classroom learning and real-world jobs. It encourages schools and local businesses to work together to create training programs that teach the specific skills employers are looking for right now.
The plan focuses on both students and adults looking for new careers. By linking technical schools and colleges directly with companies, the bill helps ensure that when someone finishes a training program, there is a high-demand job waiting for them in their community.
State and local leaders will be required to study their local economy to see which industries are growing. They will then use that information to help schools and businesses build partnerships that fill those specific job openings, making the workforce more efficient.

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Mar 24, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Mar 24, 2026

Introduced in House

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Congressional Bill

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Workforce and Education Partnership Act of 2026

Bill NumberHR 8039

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

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