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Fischer Joins Bill to Support Apprentice Programs

Statement

Date: Nov. 19, 2015
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Employment and Affirmative Action Business, Consumers, and Employees

U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) joined Senators Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.) to cosponsor their bill, which encourages apprenticeships and the training of workers with relevant skills. S. 574 -- the Leveraging and Energizing America's Apprenticeship Programs (LEAP) Act would offer businesses a tax credit for each new apprentice they hire. Senator Fischer released the following statement regarding the bill this afternoon:

"The American labor force has a skills gap problem: nearly eight million workers are unemployed while more than five million jobs are waiting for workers with relevant skills.

"This bill would help match individuals with job opportunities by offering tax credits to businesses who hire and train apprentices. With this common-sense proposal, we can strengthen our workforce and provide businesses with more incentives to succeed and grow."


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