Lawmakers Push for Labor Department Cyber Apprenticeship Grants to Address Workforce Shortage
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers is advocating for the Department of Labor to establish a grant program aimed at expanding registered apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity. The proposed Cyber Ready Workforce Act seeks to address the significant shortage in the cybersecurity workforce by providing targeted support to businesses, colleges, and nonprofits. The bill, co-sponsored by Senators Jacky Rosen and Marsha Blackburn, along with Representatives Susie Lee and Brian Fitzpatrick, aims to fill the gap in cybersecurity talent, which poses a threat to national security and economic growth. The legislation would fund the development of curricula, technical instruction, and support services such as career counseling and mentorship. It also encourages collaboration among workforce intermediaries to ensure efficient use of federal investments. 
