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Counseling for Career Choice Act

USA119th CongressHR-4965| House 
| Updated: 8/12/2025
Glenn Thompson

Glenn Thompson

Republican Representative

Pennsylvania

Cosponsors (3)
Gabe Vasquez (Democratic)Eugene Simon Vindman (Democratic)Suzanne Bonamici (Democratic)

Education and Workforce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The "Counseling for Career Choice Act" proposes to amend Section 4107(a)(3)(A) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, expanding the permissible uses of student support and academic enrichment grants. This amendment aims to significantly enhance career guidance and school counseling programs within educational institutions. The expanded provisions allow for activities such as identifying regional workforce trends in collaboration with State and local entities, and developing infrastructure for school counselors to access this information. It also includes providing counselors with training on delivering current workforce information, financial aid assistance, and academic advising relevant to students' career goals. Furthermore, the bill supports the development of professional training for educators involved in preparing students for postsecondary opportunities, potentially partnering with industry associations for certifications. It emphasizes establishing and improving various postsecondary opportunities for students, including individual career planning, registered apprenticeships, internships, dual enrollment programs, and pathways to recognized credentials or 2-year and 4-year degree programs. The legislation encourages partnerships with one-stop centers, as defined by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, which could involve co-locating services or facilitating student access to these centers. It also promotes leveraging emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence , to support career development and counseling activities. Finally, the bill mandates evaluating secondary and postsecondary outcomes for individuals served by these enhanced counseling programs.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5092
Counseling for Career Choice Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2733
Counseling for Career Choice Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-7395
Counseling for Career Choice Act
Aug 12, 2025
Introduced in House
Aug 12, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5092
    Counseling for Career Choice Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2733
    Counseling for Career Choice Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-7395
    Counseling for Career Choice Act


  • August 12, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • August 12, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Education

Counseling for Career Choice Act

USA119th CongressHR-4965| House 
| Updated: 8/12/2025
The "Counseling for Career Choice Act" proposes to amend Section 4107(a)(3)(A) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, expanding the permissible uses of student support and academic enrichment grants. This amendment aims to significantly enhance career guidance and school counseling programs within educational institutions. The expanded provisions allow for activities such as identifying regional workforce trends in collaboration with State and local entities, and developing infrastructure for school counselors to access this information. It also includes providing counselors with training on delivering current workforce information, financial aid assistance, and academic advising relevant to students' career goals. Furthermore, the bill supports the development of professional training for educators involved in preparing students for postsecondary opportunities, potentially partnering with industry associations for certifications. It emphasizes establishing and improving various postsecondary opportunities for students, including individual career planning, registered apprenticeships, internships, dual enrollment programs, and pathways to recognized credentials or 2-year and 4-year degree programs. The legislation encourages partnerships with one-stop centers, as defined by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, which could involve co-locating services or facilitating student access to these centers. It also promotes leveraging emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence , to support career development and counseling activities. Finally, the bill mandates evaluating secondary and postsecondary outcomes for individuals served by these enhanced counseling programs.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5092
Counseling for Career Choice Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2733
Counseling for Career Choice Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-7395
Counseling for Career Choice Act
Aug 12, 2025
Introduced in House
Aug 12, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5092
    Counseling for Career Choice Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2733
    Counseling for Career Choice Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-7395
    Counseling for Career Choice Act


  • August 12, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • August 12, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Glenn Thompson

Glenn Thompson

Republican Representative

Pennsylvania

Cosponsors (3)
Gabe Vasquez (Democratic)Eugene Simon Vindman (Democratic)Suzanne Bonamici (Democratic)

Education and Workforce Committee

Education

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted