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This bill proposes establishing a pilot program designed to train up to 15 women for careers in the building trades, which are skilled occupational sectors like construction, carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and other related industries traditionally dominated by men. The program aims to increase women's participation and opportunities in these fields by providing specialized training to help them enter and succeed in these technical and physically demanding professions. By limiting the initial program to 15 participants, the bill appears to be taking a measured, experimental approach to addressing gender representation in these trades, potentially serving as a model for future, more expansive training initiatives. The pilot program represents an effort to break down barriers and create more inclusive pathways for women in sectors where they have historically been underrepresented.

Justice, Labor and Employment

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