; (2) a description of efforts to prepare and inspire such students for surface transportation careers; (3) a description of efforts to support the development of a diverse, well-qualified workforce for future surface transportation needs; and (4) the effectiveness of the efforts described in paragraphs (1) through (3). 1610. Task force on developing a 21st century surface transportation workforce (a) In general Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall establish a task force on developing a 21st century surface transportation workforce (in this section referred to as the Task Force ). (b) Duties Not later than 12 months after the establishment of the Task Force under subsection (a), the Task Force shall develop and submit to the Secretary recommendations and strategies for the Department of Transportation to— (1) evaluate the current and future state of the surface transportation workforce, including projected job needs in the surface transportation sector; (2) identify factors influencing individuals pursuing careers in surface transportation, including barriers to attracting individuals into the workforce; (3) address barriers to retaining individuals in surface transportation careers; (4) identify and address potential impacts of emerging technologies on the surface transportation workforce; (5) increase access for vulnerable or underrepresented populations, especially women and minorities, to high-skill, in-demand surface transportation careers; (6) facilitate and encourage elementary, secondary, and post-secondary students in the United States to pursue careers in the surface transportation sector