HR5235Referred to Committee

Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act of 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-09-09
Introduced
2
Cosponsors
HR
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Sponsor

Nancy Mace
Nancy Mace
Republican · SC · Representative
Votes with party: 94.5% (477 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (2)

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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

2026-02-24

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Plain-English Summary

This bill would allow federal agencies to hire contractors based on their specific skills and abilities rather than requiring them to have traditional four-year college degrees for certain jobs. The change would make it easier for people without degrees—including those with trade certifications, military training, or work experience—to compete for federal government contracts and jobs. This could expand job opportunities for workers who have developed expertise through alternative paths rather than traditional college education.

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