An Act incentivizing the awarding of industry-recognized credentials

Summary

The bill requires the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to pay school districts a set amount for every student who obtains an industry‑recognized credential tied to high‑growth occupations or accepted for college credit, and a lower amount for other valuable certifications. At least 80% of the money must go to the school where the student earned the credential and be used to support certification programs, not to replace regular operating funds. The legislation also allows extra grants for districts to develop certification programs and mandates an annual progress report.

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