Amendment #54 to H5562

AI Workforce Navigator and Apprenticeship Innovation Pilot

Representatives Paulino of Methuen, Moran of Lawrence and Reyes of Lawrence move to amend the bill in section 2 by inserting after item 7002-8087 the following item:- “7002-8088 For a pilot program to be administered by Northern Essex Community College, in collaboration with Top Notch Scholars and in partnership with employers, labor organizations, registered apprenticeship sponsors and workforce development organizations, to establish an Artificial Intelligence Workforce Navigator and Apprenticeship Innovation Pilot to expand access to registered apprenticeship programs and careers in high-demand industries; provided, that the program shall leverage artificial intelligence and digital workforce navigation tools to assist participants in identifying career pathways, preparing apprenticeship and employment applications, navigating admissions and enrollment processes, accessing financial aid and supportive services, preparing for aptitude assessments and interviews, and connecting with employers and registered apprenticeship sponsors; provided further, that the program shall serve high school students, early college students, community college students, recent graduates and adult learners, with priority given to residents of gateway municipalities; provided further, that funds may be expended for software development, artificial intelligence technologies, workforce coaching, curriculum development, instructional equipment, participant support services, outreach, program evaluation and administration; provided further, that the college shall report not later than March 1, 2028, to the house and senate committees on ways and means on the implementation of the pilot program, including participant enrollment, apprenticeship placements, industry partnerships and employment outcomes.”……………………………………………………………………………………………….$500,000**

Additional co-sponsor(s) added to Amendment #54 to H5562

AI Workforce Navigator and Apprenticeship Innovation Pilot