APPRENTICESHIP UTILIZATION ACT

Creates the Apprenticeship Utilization Act. Provides that on projects covered under the Prevailing Wage Act where the estimated cost is in excess of $250,000, all specifications shall require that no less than 15% of the labor hours within each trade be performed by apprentices of that trade. Sets forth certain requirements. Sets forth enforcement provisions. Prohibits adverse action for following the requirements of the Act. Limits the concurrent exercise of home rule powers. Provides that the Act does not apply to written or oral contracts entered into, modified, renewed, or extended before the effective date of the Act. Effective immediately.