Skills and Workforce Development Agency Bill

Explore the details of bill number 13/2026.

Summary written by AI (learn more)

The Skills and Workforce Development Agency Bill establishes the Skills and Workforce Development Agency, repealing the SkillsFuture Singapore Agency Act 2016 and the Workforce Singapore Agency Act 2003, consolidating functions for career and workforce development in Singapore.
The Agency will have a corporate status and broad powers to manage career services, training programs, and financial support for individuals and employers, including partnerships with educational institutions and industry.
Membership will consist of 7 to 15 individuals appointed by the Minister, with provisions for organizational structure, roles of Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson, and removal of members.
It includes mechanisms for decision-making, delegation of powers, personnel matters, financial management, and addressing offences related to funding and advertising.
Transitional provisions ensure continuity of services, assets, and personnel from the repealed agencies to the new Agency, with provisions for the audit and management of the Skills Development Fund.

Original PDFDebate

Timeline

Bill introduced

The bill is formally presented in Parliament for consideration.

2 months ago

First reading

The bill's title and key objectives are read out, but no debate occurs at this stage.

2 months ago

Second reading

Members of Parliament debate the bill's general principles and overall merits.

Next parliament seating

Select committee

The bill is examined in detail by a select committee, which may suggest amendments.

Next parliament seating

Third reading

Members of Parliament debate the final version of the bill, including any amendments made.

To be decided

Voting

The bill is voted on by the Members of Parliament and, if it receives the required majority, it becomes law. Do note that an exact vote may not be counted; the 'ayes' can simply be louder than the 'noes'.

To be decided

Bill passed

The bill is passed and becomes law.

To be decided

Skills and Workforce Development Agency Bill

Explore the details of bill number 13/2026.

Summary written by AI (learn more)

The Skills and Workforce Development Agency Bill establishes the Skills and Workforce Development Agency, repealing the SkillsFuture Singapore Agency Act 2016 and the Workforce Singapore Agency Act 2003, consolidating functions for career and workforce development in Singapore.
The Agency will have a corporate status and broad powers to manage career services, training programs, and financial support for individuals and employers, including partnerships with educational institutions and industry.
Membership will consist of 7 to 15 individuals appointed by the Minister, with provisions for organizational structure, roles of Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson, and removal of members.
It includes mechanisms for decision-making, delegation of powers, personnel matters, financial management, and addressing offences related to funding and advertising.
Transitional provisions ensure continuity of services, assets, and personnel from the repealed agencies to the new Agency, with provisions for the audit and management of the Skills Development Fund.

Original PDFDebate

Timeline

Bill introduced

The bill is formally presented in Parliament for consideration.

2 months ago

First reading

The bill's title and key objectives are read out, but no debate occurs at this stage.

2 months ago

Second reading

Members of Parliament debate the bill's general principles and overall merits.

Next parliament seating

Select committee

The bill is examined in detail by a select committee, which may suggest amendments.

Next parliament seating

Third reading

Members of Parliament debate the final version of the bill, including any amendments made.

To be decided

Voting

To be decided

Bill passed

The bill is passed and becomes law.

To be decided