The proposed bill establishes the Washington career skills grant program, aimed at incentivizing the creation of short-term and micro-credentialing opportunities in the retail sector. It defines "eligible students" as those who are residents, enrolled in noncredit-bearing programs in in-demand industries, and have not earned a baccalaureate degree. The program will be administered by the office of student financial assistance, which will set grant maximums, develop data collection processes to evaluate program effectiveness, and adopt necessary rules for implementation.

The bill outlines the conditions under which grants may be awarded, including limits on the amount and duration of funding. It mandates annual reporting to the legislature on various metrics, such as the number of participating institutions, student demographics, program completion rates, and wage data. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the program's termination on July 1, 2029, and the repeal of relevant sections of law effective July 1, 2030.