This bill creates a new federal grant program to help workers develop digital skills they need for jobs in today's economy. The program works in two main ways: states receive grants to distribute money to local organizations that provide digital skills training, and the federal government also awards grants directly to organizations like community colleges, workforce development agencies, and industry partnerships to run their own digital skills programs.

The bill focuses on helping people who struggle most with technology—those without a high school diploma, people earning low wages, and those with limited English skills. Organizations receiving funding must teach practical digital skills like using software, evaluating online information, and understanding cybersecurity. They can deliver training through classroom instruction, apprenticeships, on-the-job learning, and accelerated programs that help adults learn faster. The bill also requires programs to help people earn recognized credentials and to track whether participants actually gain new skills and find better jobs.

To make sure the money reaches people who need it most, states must distribute funds across different geographic areas and prioritize helping people facing employment barriers. Organizations must also protect people's privacy and can't withhold credentials or information from participants who can't pay. The bill authorizes funding for five years starting in 2026, with money set aside for evaluating whether these programs actually work and helping states and organizations implement them successfully.