Bill > HB1284

This bill introduces new regulations for apprentices in electrical and plumbing trades in Colorado, focusing on ensuring that apprentices are enrolled in officially recognized apprenticeship programs. Specifically, electrical and plumbing contractors will be prohibited from registering apprentices with the state board unless the apprentices are in construction industry apprenticeship programs registered with the U.S. Department of Labor and are training for specific occupations as defined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The bill requires the state apprenticeship agency and department to establish a data-sharing agreement by July 1, 2027, to verify apprentice eligibility. If an apprentice is found to be non-compliant, the contractor will have 30 days to provide proof of the apprentice's eligibility, and if the board cannot verify eligibility within 60 days, the apprentice's registration will be removed, preventing them from working in the state. The bill does not apply to apprentices trained directly by contractors or in training programs not registered with the U.S. Department of Labor. The legislation is set to take effect on January 1, 2027, with a provision for potential referendum, and aims to ensure quality and standardization in apprenticeship training for licensed trades.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb25-1284