The bill establishes a three-year Skilled Trades Career Exploration Pilot Program, directed by the Commissioner of Education, aimed at enhancing career and technical education for high school students in New Jersey. It allocates $5 million from the General Fund to support school districts in developing or expanding educational programs, acquiring necessary equipment and technologies, and providing professional development for instructors. The Commissioner will set selection criteria for grants and choose five districts from each of the state's southern, central, and northern regions, ensuring a diverse representation of urban, suburban, and rural areas.

Participating school districts are required to submit annual reports detailing their experiences and the program's impact, which should include quantifiable measures where possible. Additionally, the Commissioner will compile and submit an annual report to the Governor and the Legislature, summarizing the program's implementation and outcomes based on the districts' reports. This initiative aims to strengthen the skilled trades workforce by providing high school students with better access to technical education opportunities.