The bill, H.B. No. 4443, proposes the establishment of a pilot program by the Texas Workforce Commission aimed at training workers for careers in energy-efficient technologies. This program will be implemented in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area and will involve partnerships with public junior colleges, public technical institutes, and employers in the energy-efficient technology sector. The bill outlines specific requirements for the program, including the development of training and curriculum that align with industry practices, eligibility criteria for participation, and the issuance of a portable certificate of completion recognized by industry stakeholders.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the local workforce development board maintain detailed information on program participants, including data on employment outcomes and demographic factors. The Texas Workforce Commission, in collaboration with the Texas Education Agency and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, will evaluate the program's effectiveness by December 1, 2030, and report findings to the legislature, including recommendations for potential statewide implementation. The pilot program is set to expire on September 1, 2031, and the act will take effect on September 1, 2025.

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