Study of Federal, State, and private sector programs that support technical job training, on-the-job training, and apprenticeships for current and former foster youth

(a) In general The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in coordination with the Secretary of Labor, shall conduct a comprehensive study of the Federal, State, and private sector programs that support technical job training, on-the-job training, and apprenticeships for current and former foster youth. The study shall evaluate the effectiveness of the programs, gaps in services provided under the programs, the barriers to accessing the programs, and the opportunities to expand career pathways for youth transitioning out of the child welfare system. (b) Report to Congress Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretaries shall submit to the Congress a report containing findings and recommendations of the study required by subsection (a) for improving alignment of the matters referred to in subsection (a), the need for additional funding to do so, and the modernization of the relevant programs.