S 4611·Federal·senate
Job Corps Shipbuilding-Defense Industrial Base Pipeline Act of 2026
In CommitteeFiled May 20, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI] (D)
Latest Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2418-2419)
May 20, 2026
Summary
The bill ties the federal Job Corps program to defense industry needs, letting recruiters steer ineligible military applicants to Job Corps and expanding training at centers near shipyards. It also adds new funding rules, reporting requirements, and gives Job Corps centers more flexibility to partner with schools and hire staff. The aim is to boost the supply of skilled workers for national defense.
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