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TRADES Act

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 193

The TRADES Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 193, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to promote the growth of the American workforce by providing funding for training programs in various trade industries.

The TRADES Act aims to address the shortage of skilled workers in fields such as construction, manufacturing, and transportation by allocating resources to support apprenticeship programs, vocational training, and workforce development initiatives. By investing in these programs, the bill seeks to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in high-demand trade occupations.

Additionally, the TRADES Act includes provisions to support small businesses in the trade industry, such as tax incentives and grants for workforce training. These measures are intended to help businesses expand their operations and create more job opportunities for American workers. Overall, the TRADES Act is designed to strengthen the American workforce and promote economic growth by investing in training programs for trade industries. If passed, this legislation has the potential to address the skills gap in the labor market and provide individuals with the tools they need to succeed in high-demand trade occupations.

Congressional Summary of HR 193

Teach Relevant Apprenticeships to Drive Economic Success Act or the TRADES Act

This bill provides statutory authority for federal regulations titled Apprenticeship Programs, Labor Standards for Registration, Amendment of Regulations, originally published by the Department of Labor on March 11, 2020, and later rescinded on November 25, 2022.

The rules permit the Department of Labor's Office of Apprenticeship to recognize qualified third-party entities, known as Standards Recognition Entities (SREs), which then evaluate and recognize Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs (IRAPs).

Current Status of Bill HR 193

Bill HR 193 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 193 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023.  Bill HR 193's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of January 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 193

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 193

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Department of Labor
- Employment and training programs
- Labor standards

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 193

TRADES Act
TRADES Act
Teach Relevant Apprenticeships to Drive Economic Success Act
To provide that certain regulations shall have the force and effect of enacted law.

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