Creates a competitive grant program to help States fund pre‑apprenticeships and related classroom instruction that connect directly to qualified apprenticeship programs. The Federal share of each grant ranges from 20% to 50%, with a cap that no more than 10% of funds can be used for administration. Grantees must track performance and participate in evaluations, and a report to Congress is due by September 30, 2030.

Directs the Secretary to identify in‑demand occupations that are not yet using apprenticeships, study how the apprenticeship model is or could be used in those fields, and share findings with States and Congress. Authorizes $15 million per year for fiscal years 2026 through 2031 to carry out the Act.