The CONSTRUCTS Act establishes a new federal grant program to help community colleges and career and technical education schools expand training programs for residential construction careers. The Department of Labor would award competitive grants to eligible institutions for up to four years to create or expand courses in trades like carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC, with a focus on reaching rural areas and underserved populations including women, minorities, low-income individuals, and veterans. Grantees must partner with local construction businesses, provide flexible scheduling (including evening and online classes), and demonstrate measurable outcomes such as job placement rates. The bill authorizes $20 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to support these programs and requires grantees to comply with all applicable labor laws and report progress to Congress within 18 months of receiving funds.
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