H.R. 7179, the Historic Infrastructure Management and Jobs Training Act, would establish a competitive grant program to fund workforce training and apprenticeships in historic preservation and conservation. The program would support training in specialized skills needed to preserve historic buildings and cultural resources, such as historic masonry, timber framing, decorative finishes, and archaeological conservation. Eligible recipients include state and local governments, tribes, nonprofits, and educational institutions, with priority given to projects serving areas with high unemployment or limited preservation expertise, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Grant recipients would be required to report on outcomes such as the number of workers trained and certifications earned. The bill does not specify funding amounts or implementation timelines in the text provided.
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