By modernizing Pell Grant eligibility, we can open the door for millions of Americans to earn industry-recognized credentials and practical knowledge, reigniting the blue-collar boom in as little as 8 weeks.
For every 5 skilled trades workers who retire, only 2 replace them — putting us on track for a 2.1 million shortfall by 2030.
The good news: starting July 1, under our Workforce Pell program, Americans can gain new skills to earn family-sustaining wages in months, not years.