US HB7676

Authorizes states to develop, publish, and maintain searchable public statewide directories of career and technical education (CTE) programs and career pathways under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006

Directories must be searchable by school district or political subdivision, industry or career cluster, and credential available upon program completion

Requires directories to use standard, open, linked, and interoperable data formats and be updated at least once per program year

Mandates eligible recipients to provide detailed program information including course sequences, dual enrollment credits, affiliated postsecondary institutions or workforce development boards, and work-based learning opportunities

Requires evidence demonstrating alignment between each CTE program and current or projected labor market needs