H637

To create and expand student pathways to success

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a workforce skills cabinet to enhance college and career readiness for students.

The bill establishes a workforce skills cabinet within the governor's office to advise on aligning programs and policies for workforce development and education. The cabinet will develop strategic goals for expanding college and career pathways, ensuring universal access for high school students. It will conduct audits of pathways programs, analyze labor market needs, and provide annual reports to the legislature. The cabinet will also oversee data collection and reporting on pathways programs, aiming to improve access and outcomes for all students.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 3, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Education Hearing

History

Mar 23

House

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means

Dec 18, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Sep 2, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 17, 2025