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HR10260FEDERALin_committee

Reducing Arbitrary Barriers to Apprenticeship Act of 2026

September 3, 2026

apprenticeship veterans workforce development military employment

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Where This Stands

Introduced

Committee

Floor Vote

Passed

Signed

Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Last action

Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.Sep 3, 2026

Version history

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The Frame

What this does

This legislation aims to streamline the transition from military service to civilian employment by ensuring that veterans' specialized training and experience are recognized in programs.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

veterans

The bill intends to change the requirements for their participation in apprenticeship programs.

military service members

The bill intends to change the requirements for their participation in apprenticeship programs.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill proposes to remove arbitrary regulatory and procedural barriers that prevent veterans and service members from accessing programs. It has been referred to the House Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services for review.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the goal of HR 10260?

The bill aims to remove arbitrary barriers that currently hinder veterans and military personnel from participating in programs.

What is the current status of the bill?

As of September 3, 2026, the bill has been introduced and referred to the House Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services.

Why It Matters

This legislation aims to streamline the transition from military service to civilian employment by ensuring that veterans' specialized training and experience are recognized in programs.

News Coverage

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Discoveries

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policy shift70% confidence

Focus on Veteran Workforce Integration

The introduction of this bill continues a legislative trend of addressing veteran-specific employment and transition barriers.

Veterans Affairs Armed Services

Connected Entities

organizationCommittee on Veterans' Affairs“House committee assigned to review the bill”Map →

personMs. Perez“The bill's primary sponsor in the House of Representatives.”Map →

bill_numberLevel IV of the Executive Schedule“A benchmark for compensation levels.”Map →

bill_numberEnergy Permitting Reform Act of 2024“The date by which the initial compensation plan must be developed.”Map →

organizationOffice of Personnel Management“Consulted in developing the initial compensation plan.”Map →

organizationBonneville Power Administration“The agency this bill addresses.”Map →

personMr. Newhouse“Co-sponsor of the bill.”Map →

organizationCommittee on Armed Services“House committee assigned to review the bill”Map →

personSecretary of Energy“Requires approval for the initial compensation plan.”Map →

Analysis Score

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Controversy10
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Entertainment5
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Buzz15
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