To amend the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to require a plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to the skilled technical workforce, and for other purposes.
Impact
If enacted, this bill would implement substantial changes in how data about the skilled technical workforce is accumulated and analyzed. By formalizing the requirements for data collection, it would facilitate a better alignment between educational outcomes and industry needs, potentially leading to improved training programs and job readiness. Furthermore, it intends to strengthen the analytical capabilities within the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics, thereby contributing to informed workforce development strategies at federal and state levels.
Summary
House Bill 7077 aims to amend the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to mandate a comprehensive plan for data collection and analytical capabilities specific to the skilled technical workforce. The bill emphasizes the necessity to track and analyze data on this workforce biennially, which is expected to enhance understanding of the workforce's dynamics and inform policy decisions. By instituting formal data requirements, the legislation seeks to ensure that relevant stakeholders have access to up-to-date and accurate workforce information.
Contention
There may be arguments surrounding the fiscal implications of implementing such data collection systems. Critics could raise concerns about the costs associated with establishing and maintaining new reporting mechanisms or whether it could lead to bureaucratic overreach into the educational systems. Proponents, however, are likely to argue that the long-term benefits of having a well-researched workforce far outweigh the initial expenditures. Moreover, ensuring accurate workforce metrics may bolster economic growth by aligning technical skill development with market demands.
To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to authorize a study to review specific outcomes of entrepreneurial skills development programs, and for other purposes.
To amend the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to require each institution of higher education to certify as part of an application for a research and development award that such institution does not operate certain branch campuses, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to require each institution of higher education to certify as part of an application for a research and development award that such institution does not operate certain branch campuses, and for other purposes.
To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to direct the Secretary of Labor to award grants to community colleges for high-quality workforce development programs.
DOE and SBA Research ActThis bill requires the Department of Energy and the Small Business Administration to enter into an agreement to collaborate on research and development activities. These activities must include, as appropriate, small businesses.The agencies must report on any collaborative research achievements and potential opportunities to expand the technical capabilities of the agencies.