Bill > H1857

This bill makes several changes to the laws governing apprenticeship standards in Massachusetts. It establishes a new Department of Apprenticeship Standards within the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development, and outlines the composition and responsibilities of an Apprenticeship Council that will advise the department. The bill defines key terms like "apprentice," "apprenticeship agreement," and "apprenticeship program," and sets minimum standards for apprenticeship programs, including hours of employment, hours of related instruction, and wage requirements. It also provides the director of the department with authority to approve, review, and terminate apprenticeship programs. Additionally, the bill makes changes to the application and identification card process for apprentices. Finally, the bill extends certain tax credits to businesses in "expansion industries" that are new to apprenticeship and critical to the regional labor market.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1857