IL SB2024

Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity shall conduct a study on expanding apprenticeship programs in Illinois and submit a report to the Governor and General Assembly by June 1, 2020

Report must research existing apprenticeship programs across four models: registered, non-registered, youth, and pre-apprenticeship programs

Report shall identify current funding sources for apprenticeship programs and potential funding streams for expanded sustainable support

Report must analyze regional demographic trends and industry composition to assess how apprenticeship programs can be tailored to regional economic needs and support diverse participation

Study shall identify job fields with high participation among diverse communities to support equitable apprenticeship growth and increase economic development opportunities