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This bill aims to make federal contracting more “skills first.” It would stop federal agencies from asking for a minimum level of schooling (like a college degree) for people a contractor proposes to put on a project, in certain types of bids. The goal is to focus on what people can do, not just what diploma they have.
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ACCESS Act
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2247)
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Introduced September 9, 2025 by Nancy Mace · Last progress February 24, 2026