Arkansas § 17-6-102 Legislative findings - Purpose

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§ 17-6-102 — Legislative findings - Purpose

Arkansas § 17-6-102

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Ark. Code Ann. § 17-6-102 (2026).

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(a)The General Assembly finds that:

(1)Apprenticeships prioritize on-the-job training and provide workers the opportunity to earn a paycheck while working towards industry-recognized credentials;

(2)Apprenticeships allow employers to build a skilled workforce according to industry standards; and (3) Occupational licensing prevents the citizens of this state from taking full advantage of apprenticeships because many apprenticeship-friendly jobs require a license to legally work in this state.

(b)It is the purpose of this chapter to allow individuals to work and earn a paycheck while also fulfilling licensing requirements and gaining the skills to fill the needs of an expanding workforce.

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(a) The General Assembly finds that: (1) Apprenticeships prioritize on-the-job training and provide workers the opportunity to earn a paycheck while working towards industry-recognized credentials; (2) Apprenticeships allow employers to build a skilled workforce according to industry standards; and (3) Occupational licensing prevents the citizens of this state from taking full advantage of apprenticeships because many apprenticeship-friendly jobs require a license to legally work in this state. (b) It is the purpose of this chapter to allow individuals to work and earn a paycheck while also fulfilling licensing requirements and gaining the skills to fill the needs of an expanding workforce.