Warnock: Increased funding for tech education to benefit schools across Georgia

Raphael Warnock
Georgia U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock says increased funding for tech education in Georgia will help create the 'workforce of the future.' (Emil Moffatt/WABE)

Both the U.S. House and Senate have passed bills that could bring millions more in funding for technical programs at Georgia colleges and universities.

The bills also provide billions in incentives for U.S. companies who help fill a shortage of semi-conductor chips.

A conference committee now needs to resolve differences before the legislation heads to the desk of President Joe Biden.