| Bill | HR 2697 |
|---|---|
| Type of Legislation | House Bill |
| Congress | 117 |
| Status | Archived — 117th Congress concluded |
| Source | View original on Congress.gov |
Geographic Scope
National
Description
21st Century Transportation Workforce Development Act
This bill directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to establish a task force on developing a 21st-century surface transportation workforce.
The task force must develop and submit recommendations and strategies for DOT to
- evaluate the current and future state of the surface transportation workforce;
- identify factors influencing individuals pursuing careers in surface transportation;
- address barriers to retaining individuals in surface transportation careers;
- identify and address potential impacts of emerging technologies on the surface transportation workforce;
- increase access for vulnerable or underrepresented populations;
- facilitate and encourage elementary, secondary, and postsecondary students in the United States to pursue careers in the surface transportation sector; and
- identify and develop pathways for students and individuals to secure pre-apprenticeships, registered apprenticeships, and other work-based learning opportunities in the U.S. surface transportation sector.
The task force shall terminate upon submitting to Congress a report containing the recommendations and strategies.
Bill Title
21st Century Transportation Workforce Development Act
Linked Goals
Steps
- 2021-04-20: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- 2021-04-20: Introduced in House
- 2021-04-20: Introduced in House
- 2021-04-21: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Projected Outcome
A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.