What does Preamble of HR 6621 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To promote a 21st-century workforce, to authorize grants to support emerging and advanced technology education, and to support training and quality employment for workers in industries most impacted by artificial intelligence,' aims to promote a 21st-century workforce. The bill authorizes grants to support emerging and advanced technology education. It also intends to support training and quality employment for workers in industries significantly affected by artificial intelligence.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 6621 do?

This bill is formally titled Workforce of the Future Act of 2025.

What does SENSE OF CONGRESS. of HR 6621 do?

This section expresses the sense of Congress regarding the evolving field of artificial intelligence (AI). Congress recognizes both the potential for AI to disrupt jobs and the opportunities to prepare the American workforce. The section emphasizes the importance of mitigating potential negative consequences of job displacement due to AI. It identifies several areas requiring identification to ensure workforce opportunities, including data access, impacted industries, and stakeholder influence. Specific areas of focus include analyzing AI's impact on the workforce, identifying affected workers and communities, and determining necessary skills and education. The section highlights the need to ensure accessibility of skills, expertise, and education to all workforce segments.

What does DEFINITIONS. of HR 6621 do?

This section defines terms used within the title. “Artificial intelligence” is defined by reference to section 5002 of the National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Act of 2020. “Community college” is defined by reference to section 312(f) of the Higher Education Act of 1965. “Institution of higher education” is defined by reference to section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965. “Labor organization” includes a labor organization as defined in the National Labor Relations Act and an organization representing public sector employees. “Local educational agency” is defined by reference to section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. “Minority-serving institution” means an eligible institution as described in section 371 of the Higher Education Act of 1965. “State educational agency” is defined by reference to section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. “Technical college” means a postsecondary vocational institution as defined in section 102(c) of the Higher Education Act of 1965. “Tribal College or University” is defined by reference to section 316 of the Higher Education Act of 1965.

What does REPORT ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE. of HR 6621 do?

This section mandates that the Secretaries of Labor, Commerce, and Education jointly prepare and submit reports to Congressional committees regarding the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the U.S. workforce. An interim report is due within six months of the Act's enactment, followed by a final report within one year, and an updated reassessment three years after the final report. The reports must include data on workforce impacts, identification of affected industries and occupations, and analysis of job quality changes. The reports must also identify opportunities for stakeholders to influence AI's impact, analyze demographic vulnerabilities to displacement, and outline necessary skills and education. Recommendations are required to support workforce development, expand access to data, and mitigate negative impacts of AI on vulnerable groups. Collaboration with various entities, including educational agencies, industrial stakeholders, and federal agencies, is required in preparing the reports.

What does FINDINGS. of HR 6621 do?

This section outlines findings regarding the transformative impact of emerging and advanced technologies on industry and the economy. It notes a significant projected growth in technology and information occupations, with 377,500 new jobs annually between 2022 and 2032. The section highlights a substantial number of unfilled computing and technology jobs in the United States, exceeding 400,000 as of 2024, and projects 660,000 new jobs by 2032. It emphasizes that current emerging and advanced technology education does not equitably provide all students with the necessary tools for these jobs. The findings state that knowledge and skills in emerging and advanced technology are increasingly essential for all individuals, not just those in the technology sector. The section points to a disparity in technology education, with only a portion of middle and secondary schools offering high-quality instruction including programming and coding. A lack of universal emerging and advanced technology education contributes to the concentration of the tech industry in a few cities and disadvantages low-income, minority, and rural communities.

What does DEFINITIONS. of HR 6621 do?

This section defines terms used within the title. “Computational thinking” is defined as a range of creative processes for formulating problems and solutions that can be carried out by a computer. “Eligible entity” includes State and local educational agencies, Tribal schools, community colleges, technical colleges, labor organizations, workforce development agencies, and institutions of higher education. “Eligible Tribal school” includes schools operated by the Bureau of Indian Education, schools operating under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, and tribally controlled schools. “Emerging and advanced technology education” encompasses a wide range of topics including computational thinking, software design, and artificial intelligence. “Institution of higher education” has the meaning defined in the Higher Education Act of 1965. “Minority-serving institution” is defined as an eligible institution described in the Higher Education Act of 1965. “Programming” is described as a hands-on, inquiry-based method for learning computational thinking. “Secretary” refers to the Secretary of Education. “STEAM” represents the subjects of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, including emerging and advanced technology.

What does DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION GRANTS. of HR 6621 do?

This section establishes a program to award grants to eligible entities for expanding emerging and advanced technology education. The Secretary will reserve 50% of available funds for entities proposing to use grant funds as outlined in subsection (c) and 50% for those using funds as outlined in subsection (d). Eligible entities may apply for grants individually or as part of a consortium, with limitations on the number of grants an entity can receive and the number of times it can be a lead fiscal agent. Applications must include plans to ensure all students have access to emerging and advanced technology education, address equity gaps, and sustain project activities. Grants awarded under subsection (a)(1)(A) require funds to be used for teacher training, learning materials, STEAM class expansion, student support, and industry engagement. Grants awarded under subsection (a)(1)(B) focus on emerging and advanced technology teacher development and recruitment, potentially including loan repayment or tuition reimbursement. The Secretary may reserve up to 2.5% of funds for national activities like technical assistance and evaluation. Third-party evaluations will be conducted to assess the scalability of funded programs for supporting a 21st-century artificial intelligence workforce. A total of $160,000,000 is authorized for appropriation for fiscal year 2026 to carry out this section.

What does DEPARTMENT OF LABOR GRANTS. of HR 6621 do?

This section authorizes the Secretary of Labor to award grants to eligible entities to support workforce training for workers impacted by artificial intelligence. Eligible entities may apply for grants individually or as a consortium. Grants will be awarded for a period of 3 to 5 years. The Secretary of Labor will consider reports prepared under section 103 and structural barriers facing demographic groups when awarding grants. Priority will be given to labor organizations representing workers in industries identified in the report under section 103(b)(2). Grant funds must be used to serve individuals with a high school diploma or equivalent who are either employed in industries projected to have significant AI growth or have been recently separated from such industries and are eligible for unemployment insurance. Eligible entities can use grant funds for training, skill certifications, and programs that enable individuals to enter high-skill, high-wage jobs. Applicants must submit detailed descriptions of project activities, worker engagement, job quality considerations, monitoring plans, and sustainability plans. The Secretary of Labor may reserve up to 2.5% of funds for national activities such as technical assistance and evaluation. Third-party evaluations will be conducted to assess the scalability and effectiveness of worker engagement in the funded programs.

What does REPORTING REQUIREMENTS. of HR 6621 do?

This section establishes reporting requirements for entities receiving grants under sections 203 and 204. Entities receiving grants under section 203 must submit reports to the Secretary, at least twice a year, detailing the use of funds and the number of individuals served, disaggregated by race, ethnicity, gender, and school lunch program eligibility. Entities receiving grants under section 204 must submit reports to the Secretary of Labor, at least twice a year, detailing the use of funds and the number of individuals served, disaggregated by race, ethnicity, and gender. The Secretary and the Secretary of Labor must submit a report to Congress, within five years of the first grant award, analyzing the received reports and recommending ways to expand the programs under this title.

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Workforce of the Future Act of 2025 — HR. 6621

Last updated: 12/11/2025 · Introduced: 12/11/2025

Author: Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO)

TL;DR (AI)

The Workforce of the Future Act of 2025 aims to promote a 21st-century workforce by authorizing grants for emerging and advanced technology education and supporting training for workers impacted by artificial intelligence.
Congress will require reports analyzing the impact of artificial intelligence on the U.S. workforce, identifying affected industries and skills needed, and recommending strategies to mitigate negative consequences.
The Department of Education will award grants to schools and organizations to expand emerging and advanced technology education, prioritizing equity and access for all students.
The Department of Labor will award grants to support workforce training for individuals in industries significantly affected by artificial intelligence, focusing on high-skill, high-wage jobs.
The bill mandates regular reporting on grant activities and outcomes, with a comprehensive analysis submitted to Congress within five years to inform future program expansion.

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