Cyber Ready Workforce Act
Cybersecurity: New Grants for Job Training and Apprenticeships
A bill to establish a grant program within the Department of Labor to support the creation, implementation, and expansion of registered apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity.
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been sent to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions for review. No further actions are scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This bill has strong bipartisan support from both a Democrat and a Republican. However, it is in the early stages of the committee process and will need more momentum to pass.
Key Points
- The Labor Department would give grants to groups that help businesses set up official cybersecurity apprenticeships. These groups include community colleges, nonprofits, and industry organizations that connect workers with employers.
- The goal is to train people for high-demand jobs like computer support, cloud computing, and security specialists. Apprentices would earn professional certifications while they learn on the job and gain real-world experience.
- Most of the money must go toward helping employers build training plans and supporting the apprentices. This support can include help with transportation, housing, and childcare costs to help workers finish their training.
- The program aims to recruit a diverse group of workers, including women, minorities, and veterans. It also targets high school students to get them started in technology careers early.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
A bill to establish a grant program within the Department of Labor to support the creation, implementation, and expansion of registered apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity.
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