SB322

Provides relative to apprentices. (8/1/26)

Complete·5/29/26

Louisiana SB322 amends apprenticeship laws to define Louisiana Youth Apprentices and set eligibility criteria.

Louisiana SB322 amends existing apprenticeship laws to define "Louisiana Youth Apprentice" as a worker aged 24 or younger who has entered into a written apprentice agreement. This agreement must include at least 375 hours of reasonably continuous employment and participation in an approved training program. The training must result in a high school diploma or equivalent, an advanced industry-based credential, certificate of technical studies, or a more advanced credential. This bill aims to provide structured apprenticeship opportunities for young workers.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

38 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 8

1:00 PM

Senate Committee on Labor and Industrial Relations

History

May 29

Senate

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 490.

May 29

Senate

Effective date 8/1/2026.

May 26

Senate

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate.