Panel backs bill to close apprenticeship funding loophole for public works projects The committee voted 5–3 to advance HB270, which removes exemptions for many road and utility public‑works contracts and requires contributions to the Public Works Apprentice and Training fund unless there is no approved program for a given trade. The bill drew strong industry opposition and labor support during extensive debate.

New Mexico's House Bill 270 is set to close a crucial loophole in apprenticeship funding for public works, igniting fierce debate between industry leaders and labor advocates.

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Applications welcome: Ottawa boosts apprenticeship funding Employers facing shortages of skilled trades workers encouraged to apply for ESDC funding

#cdnemployment Applications welcome: Ottawa boosts #apprenticeshipfunding. Employers facing shortages of skilled trades workers encouraged to apply for ESDC funding. www.hcamag.com/ca/specializ...

Witnesses Tell Senate Panel Workforce, Small-shipyard Grants and Inclusion Are Key to Rebuilding U.S. Shipbuilding Small yards and workforce development were central to testimony: Tully Snow described growing her Seattle firm from about 30 to 100 employees through nontraditional hiring and a small-shipyard grant; witnesses urged more apprenticeship funding, Pell access for certificates and expanded small-shipyard grants.

A Seattle boat builder transformed her small yard into a thriving hub by embracing nontraditional hiring and federal grants, showcasing the power of inclusion in revitalizing U.S. shipbuilding.

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