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AB 162

Relating to: workforce metrics. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dave Armstrong and 8 co-sponsors

AB 162 - Relating to: workforce metrics (FE) OverviewBill Number: AB 162 Title: Relating to: workforce metrics (FE) Status: Report vetoed by the Governor on 10-31-2025 Introduce

Failed to pass notwithstanding the objections of the Governor pursuant to Joint Rule 82
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Bill Summary · AB 162

AB 162 - Relating to: workforce metrics (FE)

Overview

Bill Number: AB 162
Title: Relating to: workforce metrics (FE)
Status: Report vetoed by the Governor on 10-31-2025
Introduced: January 08, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of AB 162 is to establish a comprehensive system for collecting, analyzing, and reporting workforce data across the state. The bill aims to provide policymakers, employers, and the public with detailed insights into the state's labor market, skills gaps, and employment trends. The intent is to enable more informed decision-making and targeted workforce development initiatives.

Key Provisions

  • Requires all employers to submit quarterly reports on their workforce composition, including data on employee demographics, job categories, compensation, and skills
  • Establishes a centralized Workforce Data Center to aggregate and analyze the reported data
  • Mandates the Workforce Data Center to publish regular public reports on statewide and regional workforce trends
  • Directs state agencies to use the workforce data to inform policy, program, and funding decisions related to education, training, and economic development
  • Provides tax credits and other incentives for employers who participate in the data reporting system

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • All employers in the state, who will be required to submit detailed workforce data on a quarterly basis
  • State policymakers and workforce development agencies, who will have access to comprehensive labor market information to guide their decisions
  • Job seekers and workers, who may benefit from more targeted training programs and employment opportunities based on the data insights
  • Educational institutions, which can align their curriculum and programs to meet the evolving skills demands identified through the workforce data

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

AB 162 was introduced in the state legislature on January 08, 2025 and passed both the House and Senate with bipartisan support. However, the bill was ultimately vetoed by the Governor on October 31, 2025, citing concerns over the administrative burden on employers and potential privacy issues with the data collection. The legislature may attempt to address the Governor's concerns and reintroduce a revised version of the bill in the next legislative session.

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

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