An Act utilizing apprenticeship programs for career paths in construction

This bill requires contractors bidding on public construction projects valued over $1 million to maintain or participate in state-approved apprentice training programs for each trade they use. It mandates that contractors register all apprentices with the Division of Apprentice Standards and follow prescribed apprentice-to-journeyman ratios for each trade. Contractors who do not meet these requirements will not be considered "responsible and eligible bidders" for such projects. The law applies to all general contractors, subcontractors, and construction managers bidding on public works projects funded by state or local government entities.