Establishes the state office of apprenticeship within the Department of Labor and Regulation.

The bill establishes the state office of apprenticeship within the Department of Labor and Regulation. The office will serve as the sole state apprenticeship agency, promoting apprenticeship programs, setting standards, and resolving disputes. It will also engage in outreach, education, and provide technical assistance. The office will be administered by the secretary of the department, who will promulgate rules for registration, monitoring, and complaint procedures. The office will be recognized by the United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship.

Establishes the state office of apprenticeship within the Department of Labor and Regulation.

The bill establishes the state office of apprenticeship within the Department of Labor and Regulation. The office will serve as the sole state apprenticeship agency, promoting apprenticeship programs, setting standards, and resolving disputes. It will also engage in outreach, education, and provide technical assistance. The office will be administered by the secretary of the department, who will promulgate rules for registration, monitoring, and complaint procedures. The office will be recognized by the United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship.