S 952 · 97th Congress · Education

A bill to simplify the program of grants to the States for vocational education and for other purposes.

Introduced 1981-04-08· Sponsored by Sen. Pressler, Larry [R-SD]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Committee on Labor and Human Resources received executive comment from GAO.(1981-06-01)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the Vocational Education Act of 1963 to revise provisions for the program of grants to States for vocational education by eliminating categorical requirements and to eliminate certain national programs. Authorizes appropriations for such program for fiscal years 1982 through 1986. Eliminates provisions which required: (1) a minimum State allotment based on a specified previous allotment; and (2) specified percentages of such State allotments to be available for designated programs. Eliminates provisions which required: (1) that State boards certify as to (a) specified delegations of their responsibilities and (b) specified opportunities for involvement in planning by certain groups or individuals; and (2) reservation of funds for a specified purpose. Eliminates requirements for State advisory councils relating to: (1) membership terms; (2) certification of establishment and membership; (3) meetings, selection of a chairman, rules for operating procedures and staffing; and (4) the duty to publish evaluations of vocational education programs, services, and activities assisted under such Act. Authorizes appropriations for grants to State advisory councils for fiscal years 1982 …

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