Small Business Workforce Pipeline Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to strengthen workforce development for small businesses by enhancing the support provided through Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs). Specifically, it modifies the Small Business Act to require SBDCs to offer information and assistance to small businesses interested in creating or improving work-based learning, apprenticeship, and pre-apprenticeship programs. The goal is to increase access to training and skills development opportunities for small business employees.
Key provisions
- Requires Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) to provide assistance to small businesses.
- Focuses on work-based learning opportunities as defined by the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act.
- Supports the establishment and improvement of apprenticeship programs.
- Includes assistance for pre-apprenticeship programs.
- Expands support to job training programs.
- Directs SBDCs to disseminate information from the Department of Labor and other federal agencies.
Who is affected
- Small businesses
- Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs)
- Job seekers
- Employees of small businesses
- Federal agencies (Department of Labor)
Notable changes
- Adds a new provision requiring SBDCs to provide assistance with apprenticeship programs.
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