; and (II) is representing an industry. (v) Labor organization The term labor organization means a labor organization, within the meaning of the term in section 501(c)(5). (vi) Recognized postsecondary credential The term recognized postsecondary credential means a credential consisting of an industry-recognized certificate or certification, a license recognized by the State involved or Federal Government, or an associate or baccalaureate degree. (C) Exclusion The term qualified training expenditures shall not include any amounts paid for meals, lodging, transportation, or other services incidental to any training described in subparagraph (A). (6) Application of Section 514 An interest in a Lifelong Learning and Training Account program shall not be treated as debt for purposes of section 514. (f) Public awareness (1) In general The Secretary shall conduct a public information campaign, utilizing paid advertising, to inform the public of the availability of Lifelong Learning and Training Account programs. (2) Authorization of appropriations (A) In general There is authorized to be appropriated such sums as are necessary to carry out this subsection. (B) Availability Any sums appropriated under the authorization contained in this subsection shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended. (g) Regulations Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, the Secretary shall prescribe such regulations as may be necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of this section and to prevent abuse of such purposes, including regulations under chapters 11, 12, and 13 of this title. . (b) Conforming amendments (1) Section 135(d)(2)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by striking sections 529(c)(3)(B) and 530(d)(2) and inserting sections 529(c)(3)(B), 530(d)(2), and 531(c)(2)(B) . (2) The table of sections for part VIII of subchapter E of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 530 the following new item: Sec.