HR-559 : Still Just a Bill


Strengthening Training and Accessibility for New and Diverse Apprenticeships through Relevant and Dependable Standards Act or the STANDARDS Act

This bill provides statutory authority and modifies standards for registered apprenticeships, youth apprenticeships, and pre-apprenticeship programs in the Department of Labor.

In addition, the bill also provides statutory authority for (1) the Office of Apprenticeship within Labor to formulate and promote the furtherance of certain quality standards necessary to safeguard the welfare of apprentices, and (2) requirements for apprenticeship agreements between a program sponsor and an apprentice.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-01-28IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.House floor actions
2021-01-28IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Labor and Employment
Related Subjects
  • Employment and training programs
  • Employment discrimination and employee rights
  • Vocational and technical education
  • Wages and earnings
  • Youth employment and child labor
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