House Bill No. introduced by J. Lynch and E. Buttrey aims to revise laws related to apprenticeship programs in the electrical trade in Montana. The bill allows for the completion of either an approved apprenticeship program or a substantially equivalent program in the electrical trade. It amends Section 37-68-305 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to update the qualifications for obtaining a journeyman or residential electrician's license. Notably, it removes the requirement for completion of a training program conducted by a bona fide union or trade association and introduces a definition for "legally obtained practical experience," clarifying that it must comply with the laws and rules of the jurisdiction where the experience was gained.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the term "electrical maintenance" includes ordinary installations and repairs but excludes the installation of new circuits or modifications that require an increase in supply conductor size. The effective date of the bill is set for immediate passage and approval. Overall, the bill seeks to streamline the licensing process for electricians by broadening the acceptable qualifications for applicants.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 37-68-305
HB0497_1(1): 37-68-305
HB0497_1(2): 37-68-305
HB0497_1(3): 37-68-305
HB0497_1(4): 37-68-305
HB0497_1: 37-68-305