119-hr-8181In Committee

Critical Industry Skills Act

Sponsored by Messmer, Mark B. (Republican-IN-8) · House · Introduced Apr 2, 2026

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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)

This bill would modify the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) to require states to create dedicated funding mechanisms or partnerships focused on training workers for jobs in critical industries. The goal is to better align job training programs with current and future workforce needs in sectors considered essential to the economy.

Labor and Employment

Legislative Status Timeline

Introduced

Apr 2, 2026

In Committee

Apr 2, 2026

Passed House

Pending

Passed Senate

Pending

Presidential Action

Pending

Sponsor

M

Messmer, Mark B.

Independent · IN-8

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