SB279
Contractors, Board for; tradesman apprenticeship requirements.
Status:
Killed
Latest Action:
Feb. 11, 2026
Senate: Passed by indefinitely in General Laws and Technology (9-Y 6-N)
Chief Patron:
Christie New Craig (R)
Session:
2026 Regular Session
Summary
As Introduced. Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation; Board for Contractors; tradesman apprenticeship requirements.
Requires any individual who performs plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning or electrical work for the purpose of qualifying for licensure as a tradesman to hold an apprentice license issued by the Board for Contractors. The bill outlines the requirements for an apprentice licensee generally, and the specific requirements for ... (More) plumbing, HVAC, and electrical apprentices. The bill directs the Board for Contractors to adopt emergency regulations to implement the provisions of the bill. (Less)-
Bill History
- 01/13/2026 - Senate: Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26104987D
- 01/13/2026 - Senate: Referred to Committee on General Laws and Technology
- 02/04/2026 - Senate: Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB279)
- 02/11/2026 - Senate: Passed by indefinitely in General Laws and Technology (9-Y 6-N)
