Citizens for Responsible Education Reform
Carl D. Perkins Vocational and
Applied
Technology Act (H.R. 1853)
Vocational-Technical Education
Issue Description
The Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology
Act (Perkins Act) provides funding for vocational-technical
education programs. Approximately 7-10 percent of a state's
funding for vocational-technical education is provided from the
federal Perkins Act. Vocational-technical education is "not"
School-to-Work. The Perkins Act provides support for programs
for the approximately 75 percent of individuals who do not
receive a 4-year college degree, including both community colleges and secondary school students.
CRER Analysis and Position
H.R. 1853 will strengthen academics, broaden opportunities for vocational-technical education students, and send more money to the local level where is will be best utilized. The new method for distributing funds will better serve areas that are in need of the most help. Rural areas, especially, will benefit from the funding distribution because states are allowed to reserve 10 percent of their funds specifically for areas where vocational education programs are few and far between. Currently, 50 of the largest cities receive one-fifth of the funds for the state grants. The new funding distribution will provide valuable funds to more areas.
In addition, giving states more flexibility and involving Washington less will help the taxpayer receive the most for every dollar used by the program.
For additional information on this issue, visit the
House
Committee on Education and the Workforce.
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