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SB 16

AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR THE PREAPPRENTICESHIP GRANT PROGRAM.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Tom Delnicki and 2 co-sponsors

Connecticut bill allocates state funding for preapprenticeship grant programs to prepare workers for skilled trades careers.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Appropriations
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Bill Summary · SB 16

Legislative bill overview

SB 16 would allocate state funding to establish or expand a preapprenticeship grant program in Connecticut. The bill authorizes financial support for programs that prepare individuals—particularly those from underrepresented populations—for entry into registered apprenticeships. This funding would support workforce development initiatives that bridge the gap between secondary education and skilled trades employment.

Why is this important

Connecticut faces workforce shortages in skilled trades, and preapprenticeship programs are proven pathways to well-paying jobs without four-year degree requirements. Grant funding would increase accessibility for low-income and disadvantaged students who might otherwise lack resources for training. The initiative addresses both economic competitiveness and income inequality by creating alternative routes to middle-class employment.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact and funding source: The bill's specific appropriation amount is unclear from the title alone; lawmakers may debate whether this represents new spending or reallocation, and whether the state budget can accommodate it
  • Program design and accountability: Questions may arise about performance metrics, oversight mechanisms, and how success will be measured (completion rates, job placement, wage outcomes)
  • Equity targeting vs. universality: Disagreement could emerge over whether grants should prioritize specific demographics or remain broadly available, and whether eligibility criteria are appropriately designed

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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