CONSTRUCTS Act of 2024

The CONSTRUCTS Act of 2024 creates a federal grant program to expand training for residential construction careers at community colleges and trade schools. It directly affects rural communities and underserved populations (defined as groups with lower construction sector employment rates, low-income individuals, those with employment barriers, or veterans). The bill authorizes $20 million annually from 2025-2029 to fund grants for eligible institutions to develop or expand evidence-based training programs in specific construction trades like carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC. Grant recipients must create flexible training schedules (including night classes and online options), prioritize partnerships with construction businesses, and report on outcomes including job placement rates and impacts on affordable housing supply. The program requires grant recipients to comply with labor laws and serve targeted populations as a priority in grant awarding.