New Labor Rules for Apprenticeships Could Burden Small Businesses, Lawmakers Warn
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House Small Business Committee Chair warns new Labor Dept. rule will burden small businesses with administrative requirements that will discourage participation in apprenticeship programs.
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Rule aims to modernize regulations for registered apprenticeships, but introduces significant changes to training program structures.
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Requirements include making disclosures, submitting recruitment plans, keeping records, and providing program operation details.
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Reps argue requirements will discourage small business participation, reducing skilled American workforce amid widespread labor shortage.
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Committee Chair says rule will add bureaucratic red tape and make it harder for businesses to train qualified workers.