An Act incentivizing the awarding of industry-recognized credentials
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to encourage the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to provide financial incentives for students who earn industry-recognized credentials. The goal is to support and recognize students’ achievement of valuable skills and knowledge relevant to various industries. By offering these incentives, the bill seeks to improve student outcomes and better prepare them for future careers. It is modeled after similar legislation.
Key provisions
- The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will create a program to incentivize industry-recognized credential awards.
- The program will provide financial support to schools and students.
- The bill focuses on industry-recognized certifications.
- The Department will track and report on the impact of the program.
- The program's effectiveness will be evaluated periodically.
Who is affected
- Students
- Schools
- Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
- Industry employers
Notable changes
- The bill establishes a new state program to support industry-recognized credentials.
- It is intended to align education with workforce needs.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Jeffrey N. Roy
Cosponsor
Jeffrey N. Roy
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