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LC 2674

Revise apprenticeship program laws relating to the state electrical board

2025 Regular Session

Montana bill would revise electrical apprenticeship program regulations under state electrical board oversight, affecting trade training standards and workforce development.

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Bill Summary · LC 2674

Legislative bill overview

LC 2674 would revise Montana's apprenticeship program laws under the jurisdiction of the state electrical board. The bill is currently in the drafting stage and has not yet been introduced to the legislature, so specific provisions are not yet publicly available. Once finalized, it will address how electrical apprenticeships are regulated and administered in Montana.

Why is this important

Apprenticeship regulations directly affect workforce development in the electrical trade, influencing training quality, worker safety standards, and the pipeline of licensed electricians in Montana. Changes to these laws could impact electrical contractors, apprentices, educational institutions, and consumers who depend on qualified electrical work. Clear apprenticeship standards also affect labor market competitiveness and job accessibility for workers entering the trade.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of regulatory authority – Defining what powers the electrical board has versus other state agencies or local jurisdictions
  • Training requirements and duration – Whether apprenticeship timelines, classroom hours, or on-the-job training requirements will be modified, potentially affecting entry barriers and completion rates
  • Reciprocity with other states – How Montana's standards align with or differ from neighboring states, impacting worker mobility and business operations across state lines

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

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