Gulf Coast Workforce and Apprenticeship Act

This bill would authorize competitive grants through the Department of Labor to expand registered apprenticeships and industry-recognized training programs for energy, construction, and advanced manufacturing jobs. Grants would support partnerships among employers, labor organizations, community colleges, and workforce agencies, with priority given to veterans and workers from low-income Gulf Coast communities. Eligible activities would include tuition assistance, work-based learning, safety training, transportation support, and job placement, with participating employers required to provide clear pathways to stable employment and advancement.