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Summary

Creates a USDA competitive grant program to fund career-pathway training for forestry operations and forestry products industries in small, low-income, nonmetropolitan areas that have or plan to get adequate broadband. Grants go to eligible entities that apply with approved plans and meet priority criteria; the program defines key terms, limits grant size and term, and authorizes appropriations for fiscal years 2025–2029.

Key Points

• Establishes a USDA competitive grant program to fund career-pathway training for forestry operations and forestry products industries.
• Targets small, low-income, nonmetropolitan areas that have adequate broadband or documented plans to obtain it.
• Defines key terms (career pathway, eligible area/entity, Secretary) and sets application requirements and priority criteria.
• Limits individual grant size and establishes maximum grant terms; awards are competitive and multi-year within statutory limits.