SCR 55: Apprenticeship Week.
- Session Year: 2025-2026
- House: Senate
- Latest Version Date: 2025-05-21
Current Status:
Passed
(2025-05-21: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 72, Statutes of 2025.)
Introduced
In Committee
Awaiting First Chamber Vote
Passed First Chamber
In Committee
Awaiting Second Chamber Vote
Passed Second Chamber
Enacted
What does this bill do?
This resolution declares April 27–May 3, 2025, as Apprenticeship Week in California and asks the Governor to urge people to mark the week with programs and educational activities. It highlights registered apprenticeships that let youth, veterans, and other Californians earn wages while getting job training and college credit and encourages partnerships among employers, schools, and community groups.
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This measure would declare the week of April 27, 2025, to May 3, 2025, inclusive, as Apprenticeship Week in the State of California and would request that the Governor issue a proclamation calling on the people of the great State of California to observe the week with appropriate programs and educational activities.
This measure would declare the week of April 27, 2025, to May 3, 2025, inclusive, as Apprenticeship Week in the State of California and would request that the Governor issue a proclamation calling on the people of the great State of California to observe the week with appropriate programs and educational activities.
This measure would declare the week of April 27, 2025, to May 3, 2025, inclusive, as Apprenticeship Week in the State of California and would request that the Governor issue a proclamation calling on the people of the great State of California to observe the week with appropriate programs and educational activities.
WHEREAS, In 2025, National Apprenticeship Week will celebrate its 11th anniversary of raising awareness of the vital role that apprenticeships play in providing opportunities to learn and earn on the pathway to good quality jobs and well-paying careers with the opportunity for career advancement; and
WHEREAS, Registered apprenticeship programs allow youth, young adults, and veterans to obtain relevant education and experience to start their careers while earning competitive wages and often include the opportunity to earn college credit as well, creating a sustainable pipeline of skilled and diverse talent for critical industries; and
WHEREAS, The advancement and well-being of California depends upon its ability to expand workforce opportunities for people in all areas of the state, including through registered apprenticeship programs that can meet the changing demands of the economy while providing a path to success, stability, and opportunity to contribute to Americas industries for all qualified individuals regardless of their race, sexuality, involvement in the justice system, gender, geography, ethnicity, or disability status; and
WHEREAS, Registered apprenticeship programs for youth are able to combine a proven, industry-driven training model for apprenticeships with colleges and universities, including community colleges, to provide access to a broader array of education and skills development for young people, allowing them greater opportunities for sustained success while addressing challenges, including, but not limited to, rebuilding our countrys infrastructure, addressing critical supply chain demands, supporting a clean energy workforce, modernizing our cybersecurity response, and addressing care economy issues; and
WHEREAS, The United States Department of Labor is bringing together employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, educational institutions, and governments to celebrate National Apprenticeship Day on April 30, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Themes being highlighted for National Apprenticeship Week include the importance of parents and guardians, building awareness through partnerships with schools and creating pathways through preapprenticeship, and expanding youth apprenticeships for underserved populations in rural, suburban, and urban communities; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby declares the week of April 27, 2025, to May 3, 2025, inclusive, as Apprenticeship Week in the State of California and requests that the Governor issue a proclamation calling on the people of the great State of California to observe the week with appropriate programs and educational activities; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, In 2025, National Apprenticeship Week will celebrate its 11th anniversary of raising awareness of the vital role that apprenticeships play in providing opportunities to learn and earn on the pathway to good quality jobs and well-paying careers with the opportunity for career advancement; and
WHEREAS, Registered apprenticeship programs allow youth, young adults, and veterans to obtain relevant education and experience to start their careers while earning competitive wages and often include the opportunity to earn college credit as well, creating a sustainable pipeline of skilled and diverse talent for critical industries; and
WHEREAS, The advancement and well-being of California depends upon its ability to expand workforce opportunities for people in all areas of the state, including through registered apprenticeship programs that can meet the changing demands of the economy while providing a path to success, stability, and opportunity to contribute to Americas industries for all qualified individuals regardless of their race, sexuality, involvement in the justice system, gender, geography, ethnicity, or disability status; and
WHEREAS, Registered apprenticeship programs for youth are able to combine a proven, industry-driven training model for apprenticeships with colleges and universities, including community colleges, to provide access to a broader array of education and skills development for young people, allowing them greater opportunities for sustained success while addressing challenges, including, but not limited to, rebuilding our countrys infrastructure, addressing critical supply chain demands, supporting a clean energy workforce, modernizing our cybersecurity response, and addressing care economy issues; and
WHEREAS, The United States Department of Labor is bringing together employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, educational institutions, and governments to celebrate National Apprenticeship Day on April 30, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Themes being highlighted for National Apprenticeship Week include the importance of parents and guardians, building awareness through partnerships with schools and creating pathways through preapprenticeship, and expanding youth apprenticeships for underserved populations in rural, suburban, and urban communities; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby declares the week of April 27, 2025, to May 3, 2025, inclusive, as Apprenticeship Week in the State of California and requests that the Governor issue a proclamation calling on the people of the great State of California to observe the week with appropriate programs and educational activities; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, In 2025, National Apprenticeship Week will celebrate its 11th anniversary of raising awareness of the vital role that apprenticeships play in providing opportunities to learn and earn on the pathway to good quality jobs and well-paying careers with the opportunity for career advancement; and
WHEREAS, Registered apprenticeship programs allow youth, young adults, and veterans to obtain relevant education and experience to start their careers while earning competitive wages and often include the opportunity to earn college credit as well, creating a sustainable pipeline of skilled and diverse talent for critical industries; and
WHEREAS, The advancement and well-being of California depends upon its ability to expand workforce opportunities for people in all areas of the state, including through registered apprenticeship programs that can meet the changing demands of the economy while providing a path to success, stability, and opportunity to contribute to Americas industries for all qualified individuals regardless of their race, sexuality, involvement in the justice system, gender, geography, ethnicity, or disability status; and
WHEREAS, Registered apprenticeship programs for youth are able to combine a proven, industry-driven training model for apprenticeships with colleges and universities, including community colleges, to provide access to a broader array of education and skills development for young people, allowing them greater opportunities for sustained success while addressing challenges, including, but not limited to, rebuilding our countrys infrastructure, addressing critical supply chain demands, supporting a clean energy workforce, modernizing our cybersecurity response, and addressing care economy issues; and
WHEREAS, The United States Department of Labor is bringing together employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, educational institutions, and governments to celebrate National Apprenticeship Day on April 30, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Themes being highlighted for National Apprenticeship Week include the importance of parents and guardians, building awareness through partnerships with schools and creating pathways through preapprenticeship, and expanding youth apprenticeships for underserved populations in rural, suburban, and urban communities; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby declares the week of April 27, 2025, to May 3, 2025, inclusive, as Apprenticeship Week in the State of California and requests that the Governor issue a proclamation calling on the people of the great State of California to observe the week with appropriate programs and educational activities; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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Date
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Status
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| May 21, 2025 | Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 72, Statutes of 2025. |
| May 21, 2025 | Enrolled and filed with the Secretary of State at 2 p.m. |
| May 15, 2025 | In Senate. Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| May 15, 2025 | Read. Adopted. (Ayes 69. Noes 0. Page 1573.) Ordered to the Senate. |
| May 12, 2025 | From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to consent calendar. (Ayes 7. Noes 0.) (May 12). |
| May 5, 2025 | Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Apr 28, 2025 | In Assembly. Held at Desk. |
| Apr 28, 2025 | Read. Adopted. (Ayes 39. Noes 0. Page 915.) Ordered to the Assembly. |
| Apr 9, 2025 | From committee: Ordered to third reading. |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Introduced. Referred to Com. on RLS. |
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Date
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Description
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Location
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Votes
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| May 15, 2025 | SCR 55 Niello Consent Calendar Second Day Regular Session | Assembly Floor |
Passed |
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| May 12, 2025 | Be adopted. To Consent Calendar. | Assembly Standing Committee on Rules |
Passed |
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| Apr 28, 2025 | Senate 3rd Reading SCR55 Niello | Senate Floor |
Passed |
This list shows positions taken on this bill by organizations on the date displayed, which is linked to the original source.
Positions by individuals are not included.
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Organization
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Position
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Date
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| American Subcontractors Association Of California | ** Support | |
| Associated Builders And Contractors Of California | ** Support | |
| Independent Roofing Contractors of California, Inc. | ** Support | |
| Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association | ** Support | |
| Western Electrical Contractors Association Inc. | ** Support |
Date of Hearing: May 12, 2025
ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON
, Chair
SBPCA Bill Id:
Author:() – As Ver:April 1, 2025
SENATE VOTE: 39-0
SUBJECT:
SUMMARY: Declares the week of April 27, 2025, to May 3, 2025, inclusive, as “Apprenticeship Week” in the State of California. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Registered apprenticeship programs allow youth, young adults, and veterans to obtain relevant education and experience to start their careers while earning competitive wages and often include the opportunity to earn college credit as well, creating a sustainable pipeline of skilled and diverse talent for critical industries.
- The advancement and well-being of California depends upon its ability to expand workforce opportunities for people in all areas of the state, including through registered apprenticeship programs that can meet the changing demands of the economy. These programs provide a path to success, stability, and opportunity to contribute to America’s industries for all qualified individuals regardless of their race, sexuality, involvement in the justice system, gender, geography, ethnicity, or disability status.
- Registered apprenticeship programs for youth are able to combine a proven, industry-driven training model for apprenticeships with colleges and universities to provide access to a broader array of education and skills development for young people. This allows young people greater opportunities for sustained success while addressing challenges, including rebuilding our country’s infrastructure, addressing critical supply chain demands, supporting a clean energy workforce, modernizing our cybersecurity response, and addressing care economy issues.
- The United States Department of Labor is bringing together employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, educational institutions, and governments to celebrate National Apprenticeship Day on April 30, 2025.
- In 2025, National Apprenticeship Week celebrates its 11th anniversary of raising awareness of the vital role that apprenticeships play in providing opportunities to learn and earn on the pathway to good quality jobs and well-paying careers with the opportunity for career advancement.
FISCAL EFFECT: This resolution is keyed non-fiscal by Legislative Counsel.
REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:
Support
American Subcontractors Association of California (ASAC)
Associated Builders and Contractors of California
Independent Roofing Contractors of California, Inc. (IRCC)
Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC)
Western Electrical Contractors Association, Inc. (WECA)
Opposition
None on file
Analysis Prepared by:
SENATE RULES COMMITTEE Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-1520 Fax: (916) 327-4478 | SCR 55 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: SCR 55
Author: Niello (R)
Introduced: 4/1/25
Vote: 21
SOURCE: Author
DIGEST:
This resolution declares the week of April 27, 2025, to May 3, 2025, inclusive, as “Apprenticeship Week” in the State of California and requests that the Governor issue a proclamation calling on the people of the great State of California to observe the week with appropriate programs and educational activities.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- In 2025, National Apprenticeship Week will celebrate its 11th anniversary of raising awareness of the vital role that apprenticeships play in providing opportunities to learn and earn on the pathway to good quality jobs and well-paying careers with the opportunity for career advancement.
- Registered apprenticeship programs allow youth, young adults, and veterans to obtain relevant education and experience to start their careers while earning competitive wages and often include the opportunity to earn college credit as well, creating a sustainable pipeline of skilled and diverse talent for critical industries.
- The advancement and well-being of California depends upon its ability to expand workforce opportunities for people in all areas of the state, including through registered apprenticeship programs that can meet the changing demands of the economy while providing a path to success, stability, and opportunity to contribute to America’s industries for all qualified individuals regardless of their race, sexuality, involvement in the justice system, gender, geography, ethnicity, or disability status.
This resolution declares the week of April 27, 2025, to May 3, 2025, inclusive, as “Apprenticeship Week” in the State of California and requests that the Governor issue a proclamation calling on the people of the great State of California to observe the week with appropriate programs and educational activities.
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
SUPPORT: (Verified 4/23/25)
American Subcontractors Association of California
Associated Builders and Contractors of California
Independent Roofing Contractors of California Inc.
Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association
Western Electrical Contractors Association Inc.
OPPOSITION: (Verified 4/23/25)
None received
Prepared by: Hunter Flynn / SFA / (916) 651-1520
4/23/25 16:30:31
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SENATE RULES COMMITTEE Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-1520 Fax: (916) 327-4478 | SCR 55 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: SCR 55
Author: Niello (R)
Introduced: 4/1/25
Vote: 21
SOURCE: Author
DIGEST:
This resolution declares the week of April 27, 2025, to May 3, 2025, inclusive, as “Apprenticeship Week” in the State of California and requests that the Governor issue a proclamation calling on the people of the great State of California to observe the week with appropriate programs and educational activities.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- In 2025, National Apprenticeship Week will celebrate its 11th anniversary of raising awareness of the vital role that apprenticeships play in providing opportunities to learn and earn on the pathway to good quality jobs and well-paying careers with the opportunity for career advancement.
- Registered apprenticeship programs allow youth, young adults, and veterans to obtain relevant education and experience to start their careers while earning competitive wages and often include the opportunity to earn college credit as well, creating a sustainable pipeline of skilled and diverse talent for critical industries.
- The advancement and well-being of California depends upon its ability to expand workforce opportunities for people in all areas of the state, including through registered apprenticeship programs that can meet the changing demands of the economy while providing a path to success, stability, and opportunity to contribute to America’s industries for all qualified individuals regardless of their race, sexuality, involvement in the justice system, gender, geography, ethnicity, or disability status.
This resolution declares the week of April 27, 2025, to May 3, 2025, inclusive, as “Apprenticeship Week” in the State of California and requests that the Governor issue a proclamation calling on the people of the great State of California to observe the week with appropriate programs and educational activities.
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
SUPPORT: (Verified 4/9/25)
None received
OPPOSITION: (Verified 4/9/25)
None received
Prepared by: Hunter Flynn / SFA / (916) 651-1520
4/9/25 15:53:07
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