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Removing Federal Registration Requirements for Apprenticeship Programs.

This bill eliminates the requirement that apprenticeship programs receiving federal funding under the WIOA must be formally registered with the government. This change aims to increase the number of training opportunities by allowing more entities to offer apprenticeships without strict federal oversight. Citizens may see more program options, but these programs will lack the standardized quality and protections previously guaranteed by federal registration.
Key points
Federal funding for job training (WIOA) will now be available to non-registered apprenticeship programs.
This grants employers greater flexibility in designing training but removes the federal quality assurance and oversight associated with registered status.
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Print number: 118_HR_8178
Sponsor: Rep. Good, Bob [R-VA-5]
Process start date: 2024-04-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Apprenticeship Freedom Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8178.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal funding for job training (WIOA) will now be available to non-registered apprenticeship programs.
  • This grants employers greater flexibility in designing training but removes the federal quality assurance and oversight associated with registered status.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Good, Bob [R-VA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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Labor