Recognizing National Career Development Month

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Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize November as National Career Development Month.

Along with my colleague and co-chair of the Bipartisan Career and Technical Education Caucus, Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, today we introduced a resolution recognizing November as National Career Development Month.

National Career Development Month marks an important time for our students and workers of all ages to consider and explore future career opportunities. It is also a time to recognize the professionals who guide learners to become the leaders of tomorrow.

Throughout the month, schools and businesses will have the chance to showcase different career paths that align with various interests and skills. These opportunities will better prepare students as they begin to enter the workforce.

National Career Development Month raises awareness of future career opportunities and development programs for all individuals.

A highly skilled workforce is a business' number one asset and provides a competitive edge. This month, I encourage individuals of all ages to take advantage of career development and put themselves in the driver's seat of their futures.

Career practitioners and educators are a vital resource for the livelihood of our Nation's workforce and economic health and well-being of U.S. workers. We look forward to advancing career development for all Americans.

Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join me in support of this resolution.

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