Today, the U.S. Department of Labor released its rule on Industry Recognized Apprenticeship Programs which exempts and preserves the construction industry’s Registered Apprenticeship programs. In its rule, the Department of Labor effectively acknowledges the value of the privately funded and run apprenticeship programs. The Department’s rule allows the construction industry to continue to train the future construction workforce to grow our ... View Article
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Minnesota Building Trades Endorses Dan Feehan For Minnesota’s First Congressional District
On the recommendation of the Mankato and Southeastern Regional Building Trades Councils, the Minnesota Building and Construction Trades Council announced they have endorsed Dan Feehan to represent Minnesota in the First Congressional District. “Dan’s experience in the public sector as a soldier, teacher and national security professional has given him an understanding of how public policy can affect people’s lives,” said Jessica Looman, ... View Article