To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide opportunities for students at institutions of higher education to study trades, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · July 27, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
The Pathway to Trades Act would amend federal higher education law to expand opportunities for students to pursue vocational trades at colleges and universities. The legislation requires institutions that receive federal Perkins Loans to designate a faculty member as a point of contact for students interested in trades programs and to develop courses related to trades. The bill affects colleges and universities that participate in the federal Perkins Loan program, as well as students seeking alternatives to traditional four-year degree paths. No specific funding amounts or implementation timelines are specified in the legislation. The bill aims to make trade education more accessible and visible within higher education institutions by establishing dedicated support and curriculum development.
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