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MD SB673
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Alonzo Washington
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AI Summary
- Apprenticeship programs used in State procurement contracts must have a completion rate of at least 25%, as determined by the Maryland Department of Labor
- The 25% completion rate requirement applies to registered apprenticeship programs under public work contracts, covered procurements, and the State Apprenticeship Training Fund provisions
- Programs must be both registered with and approved by the appropriate state or federal agency (Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning, Apprenticeship and Training Council, or U.S. Department of Labor) and meet the new completion rate threshold
- Amends multiple sections of the State Finance and Procurement Article (§§ 14–801, 17–205, 17–601, and 17–6A–01)
- Effective date: October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
State Procurement - Apprenticeship Program Accountability and Completion
Revenue and Taxes
Last Action
Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m.
2/11/2026
Committee Referrals
Budget and Taxation2/6/2026
Full Bill Text
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