Skilled JOBS Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (24 Sep 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
What this bill does
The Skilled JOBS Act, introduced in the House, proposes changes to the National Apprenticeship Act. It would require sponsors of registered apprenticeship programs and industry-recognized apprenticeship programs to employ at least one journeyworker for every three apprentices. The bill also outlines a process for the Secretary of Labor to recognize entities that can then grant recognition to industry-specific apprenticeship programs, ensuring these programs include paid work, on-the-job learning, mentorship, education, and a pathway to industry credentials.
This bill would affect entities that operate or sponsor registered apprenticeship programs and those that recognize industry apprenticeship programs. It mandates a specific ratio of experienced workers (journeyworkers) to apprentices. Additionally, the Secretary of Labor would be required to conduct a study within a year of the bill's enactment to evaluate the impact of this journeyworker ratio requirement on safety, costs, and potential modifications.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. Its next steps would involve consideration by this committee, which could lead to amendments, a vote, and potential advancement to the full House for consideration.
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Timeline
24 Sep 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10560 do?
- The Skilled JOBS Act, introduced in the House, proposes changes to the National Apprenticeship Act. It would require sponsors of registered apprenticeship programs and industry-recognized apprenticeship programs to employ at least one journeyworker for every three apprentices. The bill also outlines a process for the Secretary of Labor to recognize entities that can then grant recognition to industry-specific apprenticeship programs, ensuring these programs include paid work, on-the-job learning, mentorship, education, and a pathway to industry credentials. This bill would affect entities that operate or sponsor registered apprenticeship programs and those that recognize industry apprenticeship programs. It mandates a specific ratio of experienced workers (journeyworkers) to apprentices. Additionally, the Secretary of Labor would be required to conduct a study within a year of the bill's enactment to evaluate the impact of this journeyworker ratio requirement on safety, costs, and potential modifications. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. Its next steps would involve consideration by this committee, which could lead to amendments, a vote, and potential advancement to the full House for consideration.
- Has H.R. 10560 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10560. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10560?
- H.R. 10560 was sponsored by Rep. James, John [R-MI-10] (R-MI), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10560?
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. (24 Sep 2026).
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