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This bill establishes a New York state public housing painters apprenticeship program specifically designed for residents of municipal housing authorities. The program, to be administered by the state department of labor in coordination with housing authorities, will provide comprehensive training to participants in painting and related skills. Notably, the program has an inclusive eligibility approach, allowing applicants with criminal histories to participate. Participants will learn a wide range of skills including workplace safety procedures (such as tool usage, safety protocols, and personal protective equipment), technical trade skills (like blueprint reading, paint mixing, surface preparation, and various painting techniques), and professional workplace skills (including cost estimation, communication, and record keeping). The program aims to create employment opportunities for public housing residents by providing them with professional training in the painting trade. Applicants will submit applications to the department as prescribed by the commissioner, who is also required to publish program information on the department's website and create necessary rules and regulations to implement the apprenticeship program. The bill will take effect 90 days after becoming law.

Budget and Finance, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6134