SB737
Nondegree workforce training programs; accreditation.
Status:
In Senate
Latest Action:
Feb. 11, 2026
Senate: Continued to next session in General Laws and Technology (15-Y 0-N)
Chief Patron:
Danny Diggs (R)
Session:
2026 Regular Session
Summary
As Introduced. Department of Workforce Development and Advancement; accreditation of nondegree workforce training programs.
Directs the Department of Workforce Development and Advancement to establish an accreditation pathway for nondegree workforce training programs in order to align the skills of the Commonwealth's workforce with the needs of industry in the Commonwealth and to provide a workforce entrance pathway for underserved populations in the Commonwealth. The ... (More) bill includes minimum standards, admissions requirements, and reporting requirements for such programs. Additionally, the bill includes provisions related to the eligibility of accredited programs for state and federal workforce funding, including the federal Workforce Pell Grant. (Less)-
Bill History
- 01/16/2026 - Senate: Presented and ordered printed 26105262D
- 01/16/2026 - Senate: Referred to Committee on General Laws and Technology
- 02/09/2026 - Senate: Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB737)
- 02/11/2026 - Senate: Senate committee offered
- 02/11/2026 - Senate: Continued to next session in General Laws and Technology (15-Y 0-N)
