Bill > HR1641

This bill aims to increase awareness and transparency about career and technical education (CTE) programs by requiring the Department of Education to publish detailed information on its website and modify the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Specifically, within 60 days of enactment, the Department must post comprehensive information about CTE programs on its Federal Student Aid website, including average completion time, program costs, post-graduation employment rates, and state-specific opportunities for pursuing these programs and accessing funding under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act. The bill also mandates that the FAFSA application include a one-page summary of CTE program information and an acknowledgment signature box to highlight that CTE programs are a viable alternative to traditional four-year degrees. Importantly, the bill specifies that no additional federal funds will be appropriated to implement these requirements, meaning existing resources must be used to make these changes. The goal is to provide students with more comprehensive information about educational and career pathways beyond traditional college degrees, potentially helping them make more informed decisions about their post-secondary education.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1641/all-info