Career-Connected Learning Pathways Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Career-Connected Learning Pathways Act of 2026, amends the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006. It authorizes states to develop, publish, and maintain a searchable public statewide directory of career and technical education (CTE) programs of study and career pathways. This directory aims to provide comprehensive and accessible information about available CTE opportunities across a state. The directory must be searchable by factors such as school district, industry cluster, and available credentials, utilizing standardized and interoperable data formats . For each listed program or pathway, states would include details like its description, course sequence, affiliated postsecondary institutions, and any work-based learning opportunities. This initiative seeks to improve transparency and alignment between CTE offerings and labor market needs, helping students make informed decisions about their career-connected learning.