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On the recordFebruary 23, 2010
My thought would be if, for example, one of the factors in a contract for a radar system was a plus for a valid apprenticeship program in the applicant, would that be helpful, in your view?
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Senator Reed suggests considering apprenticeship programs in federal contracting.

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