This bill amends the structure and responsibilities of the New Hampshire Advisory Council on Career and Technical Education (CTE). It repeals the existing law and establishes a new framework for the council's composition, which will now include a member from the Senate, two members from the House of Representatives, the state director of career and technical education, the commissioner of the department of business and economic affairs or their designee, the chancellor of the community college system or their designee, three CTE directors, one school board member, one SAU administrator, a representative from the Business and Industry Association of New Hampshire, four representatives from skilled trades or businesses related to CTE programs, and a high school counselor from a sending school district. The bill also stipulates that legislative members will receive mileage reimbursement and that appointed members will serve staggered three-year terms, with the possibility of two reappointments.

The council's duties are expanded to include studying CTE, making recommendations for statewide programs, assessing business and industry needs, and increasing partnerships between various educational and industry stakeholders. The council is tasked with compiling annual metrics on student participation and success in CTE programs, and it must file an annual report detailing its findings and recommendations by November 1 each year. The bill emphasizes the importance of addressing barriers to access and delivery of CTE, ensuring that the council's work aligns with workforce demands and enhances educational opportunities for students. The effective date of the act is set for 60 days after its passage.