The resolution from the Alaska State Legislature encourages the United States Congress to implement hiring goals for apprentices and veteran apprentices in domestic Department of Defense construction projects. It highlights the significant contributions of veterans, who possess specialized training and skills acquired during their military service, making them valuable assets in the workforce. The resolution notes the challenges veterans face in transitioning to civilian life, including higher unemployment rates, and emphasizes the importance of providing them with opportunities in the job market, particularly in military construction jobs that are expected to require a substantial workforce.

To address these issues, the resolution proposes that each contractor and subcontractor involved in Department of Defense construction projects should aim for at least 10 percent of their workforce to consist of participants in qualified apprenticeship or postsecondary programs, with a specific requirement that 10 percent of those apprentices or students be veterans. The resolution aims to support veterans' employment and integration into civilian life while recognizing their dedication and training from military service. Copies of the resolution will be sent to key federal officials and members of Congress to advocate for this initiative.