H.R.8304

CREATES Act Credential Repository and Transparency in States Act

Introduced·4/15/26

The CREATES Act establishes a grant program for states to create and improve credential repositories.

The CREATES Act, or Credential Repository and Transparency in States Act, mandates the Secretary of Labor to award competitive grants to states for establishing, expanding, or enhancing state credential repositories. These repositories must include information on credentials, training providers, and covered programs. The repositories must be publicly accessible, interoperable, and updated continuously. States must also develop a data policy and products to benefit various stakeholders.

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Education and Workforce Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 15

House

Introduced in House

Apr 15

House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.