Passed One ChamberFiled Apr 30, 2026
Sponsor: Blackwell
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Passed 1st Reading
May 4, 2026
Summary
The Workforce Act of 2026 provides recurring state money to support the ApprenticeshipNC program, create and maintain a list of industry‑valued credentials, and boost short‑term workforce development grants. It also orders the State Education Assistance Authority to add private colleges and universities to the common digital transcript system by March 15, 2027. The measure aims to smooth education‑to‑work pathways and align training with labor‑market needs.
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