New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S 1831 — Establishes Statewide youth apprenticeship program; appropriates $25 million annually.

Last action — REF SBA

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed General Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

Based on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a low chance of becoming law.

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Prognosis

Stalled 32% · moderate confidence

  • Introduced

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 3 sponsors

    2 primary, 1 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (1 D).

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 1 recorded vote so far.

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In plain language

Establishes a statewide youth apprenticeship program with $25 million annual funding.

This bill creates a statewide youth apprenticeship program for students aged 16 to 21, funded with $25 million each year. It emphasizes career-connected learning, on-the-job training, and collaboration with community colleges.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This program may provide additional training and job opportunities for young workers.
  • Families: Families may find improved career pathways available for their children through these apprenticeship programs.
  • Small Business: Small businesses may benefit from tax credits and grants for hiring apprentices.

Summary

Youth apprenticeship program-establish Statewide; appropriate annually;$25M

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html January 02, 2026

Action History

  1. REF SBA

  2. REP/SCA 2RS

  3. INT 1RS REF SLA

Sponsors

  • James Beach · Primary
  • Angela V. McKnight · Cosponsor
  • Troy Singleton · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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2 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 117 not signed on · 1 voted No

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (1)

  • McKnight, Angela V.

Not signed on (117)

117 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 1831 do?
Youth apprenticeship program-establish Statewide; appropriate annually;$25M
Who sponsors S 1831?
S 1831 is sponsored by Beach, James, McKnight, Angela V., and Singleton, Troy (Democrat).
What is the current status of S 1831?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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