Bill > HB05097

This bill requires contractors who receive state funds to sponsor a high-quality, tuition-free apprenticeship program. The proposed legislation aims to encourage workforce development by mandating that businesses receiving government funding create training opportunities for workers to learn skills through structured on-the-job training and related classroom instruction. By requiring contractors to establish apprenticeship programs, the bill seeks to provide pathways for workers to gain professional skills, earn credentials, and potentially advance their careers while simultaneously helping businesses develop a skilled workforce. While the bill text is brief, it represents a potential strategy to support skill development and employment opportunities by leveraging state funding as a mechanism to incentivize employer-sponsored apprenticeship initiatives.

Labor and Employment

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