H.R.8196

Workforce Data Quality Initiative Act of 2026

Introduced·4/6/26

The Workforce Data Quality Initiative Act of 2026 aims to enhance state and local workforce data systems.

The Workforce Data Quality Initiative Act of 2026 amends the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to establish a grant program for state agencies or consortia to improve workforce data systems. The grants support activities such as developing longitudinal data systems, enhancing data interoperability, and improving data standardization. The initiative also focuses on expanding the use of linked, open, and interoperable data on credentials, improving data collection on new and emerging skills, and ensuring data security and privacy.

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Education and Workforce Committee
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History

Apr 6

House

Introduced in House

Apr 6

House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.