In CommitteeFiled Jan 27, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Bynum, Janelle S. [D-OR-5] (D)
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Jan 27, 2026
Summary
The Homebuilders Corps Act adds a new focus on training workers for residential construction trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, and HVAC. It creates a $5,000 grant program for construction firms that hire a Job Corps graduate and keep them on for a year. The bill also funds industry partnerships, curriculum updates, and authorizes $200 million for FY 2026.
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