A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "CONSTRUCTS Act of 2025," seeks to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. It aims to expand the ability of junior or community colleges and technical schools to provide training for the residential construction industry. The Secretary of Labor will award competitive grants to these eligible entities to fund education, outreach, and skill development. These programs will focus on various trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work. The legislation also prioritizes serving rural areas and underserved populations to boost the local housing market.
Yes· 3 of 12
- Scored +5
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The bill targets opportunity youth and provides paths to stable career credentials.
- Scored +5
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The bill specifically prioritizes underserved and low-income populations for training and scholarships.
- Scored +5
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The bill identifies veterans as an underserved population eligible for priority grant consideration.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Expanded Training Opportunities: Eligible entities can create or expand programs to teach skills like carpentry, masonry, welding, and electrical work, providing paths to careers in residential construction (Section 2(f)(1)(A)).
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Support for Underserved Groups: The Secretary will give priority to grants that serve rural areas or underserved populations, such as low-income individuals, veterans, or those with barriers to employment (Section 2(e)).
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Increased Housing Supply: Grant applications must describe how the training will increase the supply of affordable housing in the local market (Section 2(d)(5)).
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Career Advancement for Workers: Funds can be used to increase the skills of incumbent workers who are already in the residential construction industry (Section 2(f)(1)(B)).
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Flexible Learning Options: Programs are required to use flexible schedules, such as night classes or online curricula, to help those who work during the day or live in rural areas (Section 2(g)(1)).
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Job Placement Assistance: Individuals who complete a training program will receive supportive services for job searches and placement to help them reach their career goals (Section 2(g)(2)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Time-Limited Support: Grants awarded under this section are limited to a period of no more than 4 years (Section 2(b)(2)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill specifically prioritizes underserved and low-income populations for training and scholarships. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill prioritizes training programs in rural areas and provides flexible learning schedules for them. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The bill identifies veterans as an underserved population eligible for priority grant consideration. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The bill targets opportunity youth and provides paths to stable career credentials. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill's definition of underserved populations includes groups underrepresented in the construction sector. Would children be better off under this? — The bill includes outreach and potential dual-enrollment opportunities for secondary school students.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill funds training for residential construction careers, which facilitates job entry into the industry. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The bill promotes partnerships with local residential construction businesses to develop skilled workers.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make housing cost less? — The bill aims to increase the supply of affordable housing by training more residential construction workers. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill prioritizes training for low-income individuals to help them enter skilled trades.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — The bill provides new grant funding for community colleges and technical schools for specialized training.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The bill gives priority to training programs that serve rural areas.
- 7/22/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/24/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/22/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
4 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
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Jon OssoffDemocrat · Georgia