American Apprenticeship Act

Hozzl · 2025-03-12T16:24:12Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 531 American Apprenticeship Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/12/2025, 4:24 PM

Summary of Bill S 531

Bill 119 s 531, also known as the Pre-Apprenticeship Assistance Act, aims to provide financial assistance to states to help cover the costs of pre-apprenticeship programs and related instruction for qualified apprenticeship programs. The bill seeks to support individuals who are looking to enter the workforce through apprenticeships by providing funding for training and education.

The bill specifies that the federal government will pay for a portion of the costs associated with pre-apprenticeship programs, with the goal of increasing access to these programs for individuals across the country. The funding provided by the federal government will help states defray the costs of providing quality training and instruction to individuals seeking to gain valuable skills and experience through apprenticeships.

In addition to supporting pre-apprenticeship programs, the bill also includes provisions for other programs that aim to promote workforce development and training opportunities. These programs are designed to help individuals gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the workforce and contribute to the economy. Overall, Bill 119 s 531 is focused on expanding access to apprenticeship programs and related instruction, with the goal of helping individuals gain valuable skills and experience to succeed in the workforce. The bill aims to support states in providing quality training and education opportunities for individuals seeking to enter the workforce through apprenticeships, ultimately benefiting both individuals and the economy as a whole.

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Current Status of Bill S 531

Bill S 531 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 11, 2025. Bill S 531 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 11, 2025. Bill S 531's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of February 11, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 531

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Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 531

A bill to assist States in, and pay for the Federal share of the cost of, defraying the cost of pre-apprenticeships or related instruction associated with qualified apprenticeship programs, and for other programs.A bill to assist States in, and pay for the Federal share of the cost of, defraying the cost of pre-apprenticeships or related instruction associated with qualified apprenticeship programs, and for other programs.

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