Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 7, 2025, as Skilled Trades Day in New York.

The bill memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 7, 2025, as Skilled Trades Day in New York. It highlights the importance of skilled trades professionals and the challenges in recruiting new workers. The bill notes that many businesses face a shortage of skilled labor, with over 53% of current skilled trade workers nearing retirement. It also points out that only 1 in 5 high school graduates are interested in trade jobs, while many college graduates face debt and limited job opportunities.

Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 7, 2025, as Skilled Trades Day in New York.

The bill memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 7, 2025, as Skilled Trades Day in New York. It highlights the importance of skilled trades professionals and the challenges in recruiting new workers. The bill notes that many businesses face a shortage of skilled labor, with over 53% of current skilled trade workers nearing retirement. It also points out that only 1 in 5 high school graduates are interested in trade jobs, while many college graduates face debt and limited job opportunities.