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MA S2712

MA S2712
Relative to apprenticeship programs


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Introduced
05/21/2020
In Committee
05/21/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to apprenticeship programs, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2712) ought to pass.

AI Summary

This bill aims to expand the use of apprenticeship programs in Massachusetts. It amends several sections of state law to require that any contractors or subcontractors working on certain construction projects must maintain or participate in an apprenticeship program registered with the state or the U.S. Department of Labor. These programs must have graduated apprentices to journeyman status for at least 3 of the past 5 years to be eligible. Contractors and subcontractors must provide written certification of compliance and documentation of their apprenticeship program within 45 days of the contract award.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (2)

Other Sponsors (1)

Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development (Joint)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 05/21/2020)

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2712 05/22/2020
Bill https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2712.pdf 05/22/2020
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