A Democratic bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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
The Skilled Workforce Act seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a new tax credit. This credit is designed for eligible taxpayers to invest in workforce training projects. These projects are intended to help eligible institutions address skills gaps and workforce shortages in specific high-demand industries. The credit amounts to 30 percent of the qualified investment for the taxable year. A program will be established to certify these projects, with a total credit cap of $500,000,000.
Yes· 3 of 13
- Scored +5
Would Native Americans be better off under this?
The bill specifically includes Tribal Colleges and Universities as eligible institutions for the workforce training credit.
- Scored +5
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
The bill includes specific provisions to prioritize support for rural public secondary schools within the program's allocation.
- Scored +5
Is this likely to create jobs?
By incentivizing training in high-demand industries like manufacturing and energy, the bill aims to address workforce shortages and promote employment.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for High-Demand Industries: The bill targets specific sectors including advanced, high-tech, semiconductor, and industrial manufacturing, advanced energy, construction, and transportation (Section 2(a)(1)). This could help address workforce shortages in these critical fields.
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Benefits for Educational Institutions: The credit provides funding for eligible institutions—such as community colleges, public secondary schools, and vocational institutions—to expand their facilities and training capabilities (Section 2(a)(1) and 2(a)(3)).
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Increased Training Opportunities: By providing credits for property used for construction, renovation, or infrastructure upgrades, the bill aims to expand high-quality, skills-based training and workforce opportunities (Section 2(a)(3)).
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Focus on Specific Student Needs: The selection criteria for projects include consideration for those that provide accommodations or supportive services to individuals enrolled at eligible institutions (Section 2(d)(3)).
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Prioritization of Underserved Schools: The program includes a cap that ensures a significant portion of funds are available for projects involving specific types of institutions, such as rural public secondary schools or those receiving specific federal assistance (Section 2(d)(1)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Limitations on Total Funding: There is a cap on the total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program at $500,000,000 (Section 2(d)(1)).
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Restrictions on Non-Specific Institutions: Not more than $400,000,000 of the total credit may be allocated to projects that do not involve certain types of public secondary schools or local educational agencies (Section 2(d)(1)).
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Exclusion of Certain Entities: Taxpayers that are classified as a "foreign entity of concern" are not considered eligible taxpayers for this credit (Section 2(a)(2)).
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Restrictions on Benefits: To prevent a "double benefit," taxpayers cannot claim a deduction under section 170 for investments that are also used to claim this credit (Section 2(e)(1)).
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 Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill specifically includes Tribal Colleges and Universities as eligible institutions for the workforce training credit. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill includes specific provisions to prioritize support for rural public secondary schools within the program's allocation. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — By prioritizing underserved schools and providing training for high-demand industries, the bill facilitates social mobility for low-income individuals. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The bill's focus on vocational training and community colleges provides expanded career pathways for young adults entering the workforce.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — By incentivizing training in high-demand industries like manufacturing and energy, the bill aims to address workforce shortages and promote employment. Is this likely to grow the economy? — The credit targets critical industrial sectors such as semiconductors and advanced energy to bolster economic competitiveness. Does this cut taxes for small businesses? — The bill provides a 30 percent tax credit for investments in workforce training projects, which can benefit small businesses investing in their own training infrastructure.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — The bill provides new funding opportunities for public secondary schools and community colleges through tax credits for training projects. Does this put more money into scientific research? — The emphasis on high-tech and semiconductor industries supports the technical capabilities required for scientific and technological advancement.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — The bill specifically includes advanced energy industries, such as hydrogen and solar, as eligible sectors for workforce training projects. Does this repair or build roads and bridges? — The bill allows for property investments related to construction and infrastructure upgrades for eligible institutions.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill supports skills-based training and workforce opportunities that can lead to higher-quality employment and income.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — The focus on high-tech and semiconductor industries indirectly supports national security through a more skilled technical workforce.
- 8/1/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- Introduced in Senate