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SB 279

Contractors, Board for; tradesman apprenticeship requirements.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Christie Craig

SB 279 modifies apprenticeship and training requirements for Virginia contractor licensing through the state Contractors Board.

Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB279)
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Bill Summary · SB 279

Legislative bill overview

SB 279 modifies Virginia's apprenticeship requirements for tradespeople seeking contractor licensing through the Contractors Board. The bill adjusts standards for what constitutes qualifying apprenticeship experience and training hours needed to become a licensed contractor in various trades.

Why is this important

These requirements directly affect workforce entry pathways into skilled trades and influence labor supply in construction and related industries. Changes to apprenticeship standards can impact both workers seeking licensure and employers hiring contractors, while potentially affecting public safety through licensing rigor.

Potential points of contention

  • Training hour thresholds: Adjusting required apprenticeship hours may either lower barriers to entry (benefiting workers) or reduce quality assurance (affecting public protection)
  • Competitiveness and labor market effects: Changes could impact existing contractors by altering competition standards or affect wages if more workers can qualify
  • Implementation burden: The Contractors Board and related agencies must enforce new requirements, creating administrative costs detailed in the fiscal impact statement

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

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