SB279Introduced in the Senate
Contractors, Board for; tradesman apprenticeship requirements.
Introduced by Christie New Craig, District 19
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation; Board for Contractors; tradesman apprenticeship requirements. Requires any individual who performs plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning or electrical work for the purpose of qualifying for licensure as a tradesman to hold an apprentice license issued by the Board for Contractors. The bill outlines the requirements for an apprentice licensee generally, and the specific requirements for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical apprentices. The bill directs the Board for Contractors to adopt emergency regulations to implement the provisions of the bill.
Where it stands
Passed by indefinitely in General Laws and Technology (9-Y 6-N)
February 11, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Passed by indefinitely in General Laws and Technology (9-Y 6-N) · February 11, 2026
9
Yes
6
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
15 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Timmy French | 1 | No |
| Chris Head | 3 | No |
| Todd Pillion | 6 | No |
| Lashrecse Aird | 13 | Yes |
| Schuyler VanValkenburg | 16 | Yes |
| Emily Brewer | 17 | No |
| Christie New Craig | 19 | No |
| Angelia Williams Graves | 21 | Yes |
| Aaron Rouse | 22 | Yes |
| Mamie Locke | 23 | Yes |
Bill history
Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26104987D
Referred to Committee on General Laws and Technology
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB279)
Passed by indefinitely in General Laws and Technology (9-Y 6-N)
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