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DE HB291
Bill
Status
1/30/2020
Primary Sponsor
Edward Osienski
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AI Summary
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Establishes an apprenticeship incentive program administered by the Delaware Division of Small Business to help offset employer costs for creating apprenticeship opportunities
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Caps employer reimbursement at $5,000 maximum per 12-month period for one or more apprentices, with eligibility beginning only after apprentices complete a 6-month probationary period
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Imposes civil penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per violation for employers who make false statements or misrepresentations to obtain program reimbursements
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Requires funding through Title 29, Chapter 87A, Subchapter VIII, with the Division announcing available annual funding by July 31 each year
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Mandates the Division of Small Business, in consultation with the Department of Labor, to promulgate regulations by October 1, 2020, including criteria for identifying and prioritizing industries for program participation
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To State Apprenticeship Programs.
Last Action
Introduced and Assigned to Labor Committee in House
1/30/2020