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Bill117th CongressFiled Feb 2, 2021Science, Technology, Communications
S. 163

Telecommunications Skilled Workforce Act

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What it doesSummary reported to senate (Dec 16, 2021)

Telecommunications Skilled Workforce Act

This bill establishes measures to address the workforce needs of the telecommunications industry.

Specifically, the bill requires the Federal Communications Commission to establish an interagency working group to develop recommendations for addressing these workforce needs.

In addition, the bill requires the Department of Labor to establish and issue guidance on how states can address the workforce needs and safety of the telecommunications industry. In particular, the guidance must address how a state workforce development board can (1) utilize federal resources available to meet telecommunications industry workforce needs; (2) promote and improve recruitment in qualified industry-led workforce development programs, including the Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program; and (3) ensure the safety of tower climbers and other members of the telecommunications workforce.

The Government Accountability Office must submit to Congress a report that estimates the number of skilled telecommunications workers that will be required to build and maintain (1) broadband infrastructure in rural areas, and (2) the 5G wireless infrastructure needed to support 5G wireless technology.

What just happenedFeb 15, 2022

By Senator Cantwell from Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation filed written report. Report No. 117-75.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Thune, John [R-SD](R-SD)Sponsor
5 cosponsors3 D2 R
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  1. Feb 15, 2022Floor

    By Senator Cantwell from Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation filed written report. Report No. 117-75.

    Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
  2. Feb 15, 2022Committee14900

    By Senator Cantwell from Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation filed written report. Report No. 117-75.

    Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
  3. Dec 16, 2021Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 194.

  4. Dec 16, 2021Committee

    Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cantwell with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.

    Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
  5. Dec 16, 2021Committee14000

    Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cantwell with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.

    Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
  6. Apr 28, 2021Committee

    Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

    Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
  7. Feb 2, 2021IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S250-251)

    Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
  8. Feb 2, 2021IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Reported to SenateDec 16, 202125

Telecommunications Skilled Workforce Act

This bill establishes measures to address the workforce needs of the telecommunications industry.

Specifically, the bill requires the Federal Communications Commission to establish an interagency working group to develop recommendations for addressing these workforce needs.

In addition, the bill requires the Department of Labor to establish and issue guidance on how states can address the workforce needs and safety of the telecommunications industry. In particular, the guidance must address how a state workforce development board can (1) utilize federal resources available to meet telecommunications industry workforce needs; (2) promote and improve recruitment in qualified industry-led workforce development programs, including the Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program; and (3) ensure the safety of tower climbers and other members of the telecommunications workforce.

The Government Accountability Office must submit to Congress a report that estimates the number of skilled telecommunications workers that will be required to build and maintain (1) broadband infrastructure in rural areas, and (2) the 5G wireless infrastructure needed to support 5G wireless technology.

Introduced in SenateFeb 2, 2021

Telecommunications Skilled Workforce Act

This bill establishes measures to address the workforce needs of the telecommunications industry.

Specifically, the bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to establish an interagency working group to develop recommendations for addressing these workforce needs.

The FCC must also establish and issue guidance on how states can meet the workforce needs of the telecommunications industry, including guidance on how a state workforce development board can (1) utilize federal resources available to meet telecommunications industry workforce needs; and (2) promote and improve recruitment in qualified industry-led workforce development programs, including the Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program.

The Government Accountability Office must submit to Congress a report that estimates the number of skilled telecommunications workers that will be required to build and maintain (1) broadband infrastructure in rural areas, and (2) the 5G wireless infrastructure needed to support 5G wireless technology.

Telecommunications Skilled Workforce Act — Informed