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HB4038Introduced in the House

DCEO-APPRENTICESHIPS

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Introduced by Kevin Schmidt, District 114

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Provides that, subject to availability of funds, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity may establish the Illinois Apprenticeship Voucher Program for the purpose of providing funds to apprentices to pay for their tools and equipment upon completion of their registered apprenticeship program. Provides that Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity shall disburse the sum of $300 to each recipient in the form of a voucher for the purpose of paying for tools and equipment required in their intended line of work. Creates the Illinois Apprenticeship-to-Career Starter Kit Fund. Provides that moneys in the Fund shall be used by the Department for the purposes of the voucher program. Amends the State Finance Act to make conforming changes.

Where it stands

Referred to Rules Committee

April 8, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Kevin Schmidt

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Rules Committee

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