The bill proposes an amendment to AS 23.15.630(a) to increase the contribution rate for the State Training and Employment Program. Specifically, it changes the contribution amount from "one-tenth of one percent" to "0.20 percent" of the wages on which employees are required to make contributions. This adjustment aims to enhance funding for workforce development initiatives in Alaska.

Additionally, the bill includes a new section that clarifies the applicability of the amended contribution rate, stating that the changes will apply to contracts entered into on or after the effective date of the Act. This ensures that the new contribution rate is implemented in future agreements, thereby supporting the ongoing development of the state's labor force.

Statutes affected:
SB0159A, AM SB 159, introduced 04/07/2025: 23.15.630, 23.20.175, 23.20.290, 37.10.050