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This bill restructures the New Hampshire Advisory Council on Career and Technical Education (CTE), establishing a comprehensive and diverse membership that includes state legislators, government officials, education leaders, industry representatives, and professional association members. The council will be composed of 18 members, including one senator, two representatives, the state CTE director, the commissioner of business and economic affairs, the community college system chancellor, three CTE directors, a school board member, an SAU administrator, representatives from business associations, five skilled trade representatives, and a high school counselor. The council's primary duties include studying CTE programs, making legislative and policy recommendations, analyzing industry needs, exploring innovative partnerships, tracking student achievements, and establishing annual metrics such as CTE completion rates, enrollment in various learning opportunities, and industry-recognized credentials awarded. Members will serve staggered three-year terms, elect a chair who can serve up to two years, and are required to meet at least every other month. The council must submit an annual report by November 1st to various state leadership and government entities, detailing their findings, recommendations, and progress in developing work-based learning credentials. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, providing a structured approach to enhancing career and technical education in New Hampshire.

Education, Government Affairs

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