A new study has found that targeted investments in pre-apprenticeship programs are rapidly changing the face of Illinois’ construction workforce, with women and black workers now representing the fastest-growing groups entering the field...
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What separates a good HVAC apprenticeship program from a great one? It’s more than just textbooks and a curriculum — it’s about mindset, mentorship, and modern training methods that keep pace with an ever-evolving industry...
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A sweeping national push to expand career training and paid apprenticeships for high school and college students was launched this week by a powerhouse coalition of labor unions, education nonprofits, and six state governors. The Education and...
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The Trump administration will continue to enforce a Biden-era rule that requires project labor agreements (PLAs) for federal construction projects valued at $35 million or more, according to new guidance from the Office of Management and Budget...
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A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has ordered the Department of Defense to resume using project labor agreements (PLAs) on major construction projects, reversing recent DoD guidance that had paused their use and reigniting debate across the...
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In a significant move for the construction and plumbing industries, the International Code Council (ICC) and the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices (UA) have forged a new partnership aimed at enhancing safety standards and workforce...
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In 2023, Steven Ruger, marketing director for the SMART Union Local 5, was on a mission to grow the union’s membership to meet a 500-person demand for three upcoming megaprojects — the Wolfspeed chip plant, Toyota Battery Plant, and...
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In the latest development of a case that has captured national attention, four House Democrats traveled to El Salvador this week in an unprecedented effort to secure the release of wrongfully deported sheet metal apprentice Kilmar Abrego Garcia...
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In a significant shift in federal construction policy, President Donald Trump has rescinded several of former President Joe Biden’s executive orders, reigniting a heated debate over Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) and apprenticeship...
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In a move that bridges the traditional gap between vocational training and higher education, Sheet Metal Workers’ Local 104 apprentices can now earn an associate degree alongside their trade certification — at no cost. Through an...
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The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors — National Association (PHCC) Educational Foundation announced major updates to its National HVAC Apprentice Contest. The annual event will be redesigned this year, with a focus on creating a...
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