Susan Davis: “I thank Mr. Scott for yielding me the additional time. We all talk a good game in wanting to build this economy and…”

“I thank Mr. Scott for yielding me the additional time. We all talk a good game in wanting to build this economy and build opportunities for our constituents who do not want to pursue a 4-year degree, but we haven't put financial muscle and know-how behind creating these valued credentials that employees seek. In closing, I want to make one point, that this legislation only codifies the standards for programs that have registered for access to the credentials and funding provided for in this bill. Unregistered workforce programs that do not want access to this bill's resources will not need to change their programs. We are simply strengthening the known registered apprenticeship system that is in place today with more clearly established programs. Families can sit down at the kitchen table, discuss their futures, and look to the rejuvenated registered apprenticeship system as one of many high-quality pathways to post-secondary education. Mr. Speaker, I urge a ``yes'' vote.”