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Apprenticeship Hubs Across America Act of 2023

3/11/2024, 5:00 PM

Summary of Bill S 249

Bill 118 s 249, also known as the Apprenticeship Hubs Across America Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of expanding and promoting apprenticeship programs throughout the country. The bill seeks to establish apprenticeship hubs in various regions across America, providing resources and support for individuals looking to enter apprenticeship programs in a wide range of industries.

The key provisions of the bill include funding for the establishment of apprenticeship hubs, which will serve as centralized locations for coordinating and promoting apprenticeship opportunities. These hubs will work with local businesses, educational institutions, and government agencies to connect individuals with apprenticeship programs that align with their skills and interests.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for expanding access to apprenticeship programs for underrepresented populations, such as women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities. It also aims to improve the quality and effectiveness of apprenticeship programs by setting standards for program evaluation and accountability. Overall, the Apprenticeship Hubs Across America Act of 2023 is designed to support the growth of apprenticeship programs in the United States, providing individuals with valuable skills and training opportunities while also meeting the needs of businesses for a skilled workforce.

Congressional Summary of S 249

Apprenticeship Hubs Across America Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Labor to implement a program to award grants to workforce intermediaries (certain national, regional, state, or local entities that facilitate the establishment of registered apprenticeship programs) to enable them to engage a variety of stakeholders to support, develop, and implement registered apprenticeship programs.

Current Status of Bill S 249

Bill S 249 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 2, 2023. Bill S 249 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 2, 2023.  Bill S 249's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of February 2, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 249

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 249

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Potential Impact Areas

- Disability and paralysis
- Educational guidance
- Elementary and secondary education
- Employment and training programs
- Higher education
- Minority employment
- Small business
- Teaching, teachers, curricula
- Wages and earnings
- Women's employment
- Youth employment and child labor

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 249

Apprenticeship Hubs Across America Act of 2023
Apprenticeship Hubs Across America Act of 2023
A bill to promote registered apprenticeships, including registered apprenticeships within in-demand industry sectors, through the support of workforce intermediaries, and for other purposes.

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