Rep. Krishnamoorthi Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Open Federal Jobs to Workers Without College Degrees
The Federal Jobs for STARs Act of 2026 is in the early stages of the legislative process. It was sent to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform on July 6, 2026, and the committee must review it before it can move forward. Since the bill was introduced, there has been no further action.
The bill has support from both parties and addresses a popular workforce issue, but it has only just been introduced to a committee.
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People currently in community college, apprenticeships, or partial degree programs would get new access to federal jobs that used to require a full bachelor's degree. At the same time, this could make federal jobs slightly more competitive for traditional four-year graduates since the applicant pool broadens.
“has not obtained a bachelor's degree or a higher degree”
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Introduced in House
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Federal Jobs for STARs Act of 2026
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