Fisher Industries

1302 W Drivers Way I Tempe, AZ 85284-1048(877) 796-9238 I (480) 730-1033 I Fax: (480) 730-1264 I www.fisherind.com

May 6, 2021

Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui Chair, Assembly Commerce and Labor Nevada Legislature Room 41088, Legislative Building Carson City, NV 89701

Re: Opposition to SB 247

Dear Chairwoman Jauregui and Committee Members,

' Fisher Sand & Gravel Co. Arizona Drilling & Blasting Fisher Grading & Excavation Fisher Ready Mix Southwest Asphalt Southwest Asphalt Paving

Fisher Sand & Gravel - New Mexico, Inc. General Steel and Supply Company

I write this letter in opposition to SB 247. As written, this bill includes a provision that creates a new

barrier to establish new apprenticeship programs. Specifically, subsection 3 of section 2, lines 28-31,

specifically authorize the State Apprenticeship Council to condition its approval on a new proposed

program contingent on whether apprentice wages are the same as existing private programs. Currently

the State Apprenticeship Council establishes minimum wage requirements for indentured apprentices.

This line creates a conflicting wage requirement that can be applied arbitrarily and without consistency.

One program could be approved with a Government approved wage standard and the next program

could be rejected because it does not meet a wage scale established by a private program. This

inconsistency will undoubtedly lead to litigation.

The legislation can stand alone without this provision. We are already facing a massive shortage in

skilled labor in the construction industry. Setting up additional barriers to training is not what our state

or the construction industry needs to succeed.

Please amend SB 247 or oppose it.

Sincerely,

Tommy Fisher President Fisher Sand & Gravel Co.

1790 CARSON AVENUE SPARKS, NV. 89431 COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL • RESIDENTIAL

May 6, 2021

Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui · ,

Chair, Assembly Commerce and Labor Nevada Legislature Room 41088, Legislative Building Carson City,. NV 89701

Re: Opposition to SB 247

Dear Chairwoman Jauregui and Committee Members,

LICENSE NO. 017067

(TT5) 358-9259

I write this letter in opposition to SB 247. As written, this bill includes a provision that creates a new

barrier to establish new apprenticeship programs. Specifically, subsection 3 of section 2, lines 28-31,

specifically authorize the State Apprenticeship Council to condition its approval on a new proposed

program contingent on whether apprentice wages are the same as existing private programs. Currently

the State Apprenticeship Council establishes minimum wage requirements for indentured apprentices.

This line creates a conflicting wage requirement that can be applied arbitrarily and without consistency. One program could be approved with a Government approved wage standard and the next program

could be rejected because it does not meet a wage scale established by a private program. This

inconsistency will undoubtedly lead to litigation.

The legislation can stand alone without this provision. We are already facing a massive shortage in

skilled labor in the construction industry. Setting up additional barriers to training is not what our state

or the construction industry needs to succeed.

Please amend-SB 247 or oppose it.

Sincerely,

Janet Caywood Office Manager

,A, Affordable Concepts, Inc ...._ General Contractor ._ ___ _.TM

May 6, 2021

Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui Chair, Assembly Commerce and Labor Nevada Legislature Room 41088, Legislative Building Carson City, NV 89701

Re: Opposition to SB 247

Dear Chairwoman Jauregui and Committee Members:

I write this letter in opposition to SB 247. As written, this bill includes a provision that creates a

new barrier to establish new apprenticeship programs. Specifically, subsection 3 of section 2,

lines 28-31, specifically authorize the State Apprenticeship Council to condition its approval on a

new proposed program contingent on whether apprentice wages are the same as existing private

programs. Currently the State Apprenticeship Council establishes minimum wage requirements

for indentured apprentices. This line creates a conflicting wage requirement that can be applied

arbitrarily and without consistency. One program could be approved with a Government

approved wage standard and the next program could be rejected because it does not meet a

wage scale established by a private program. This inconsistency will undoubtedly lead to

I itigation.

The legislation can stand alone without this provision. We are already facing a massive shortage

in skilled labor in the construction industry. Setting up additional barriers to training is not what

our state or the construction industry needs to succeed.

Please amend SB 247 or oppose it.

Sincerely,

Ro rt W. Potter, LEED AP, CHC President

2975 W. Lake Mead Blvd.• N. Las Vegas, NV 89032 702.399.3330 • 702.399.1930 (fax) • www.affordableconcepts.com

License #23287B and 57821AB Unlimited

We Build TM

You Benefit

F and P Construction 4607 Aircenter Cir, Ste B, Reno, NV 89502

P: 775 851-3449 F: 775 851-7709 Class "A" General Engineering NV License 33809A Unlimited

May 6, 2021

Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui Chair, Assembly Commerce and labor Nevada Legislature Room 41088, Legislative Building Carson City, NV 89701

Re: Opposition to SB 247

Dear Chairwoman Jauregui and Committee Members,

I write this letter in opposition to SB 247. As written, this bill includes a provision that creates a new barrier to establish new apprenticeship programs. Specifically, subsection 3 of section 2, lines 28-31, specifically authorize the State Apprenticeship Council to condition its approval on a new proposed program contingent on whether apprentice wages are the same as existing private programs. Currently the State Apprenticeship Council establishes minimum wage requirements for indentured apprentices. This line creates a conflicting wage requirement that can be applied arbitrarily and without consistency.

One program could be approved with a Government approved wage standard and the next program could be rejected because it does not meet a wage scale established by a private program. This inconsistency will undoubtedly lead to litigation.

The legislation can stand alone without this provision. We are already facing a massive shortage in skilled labor in the construction industry. Setting up additional barriers to training is not what our state

or the construction industry needs to succeed.

Please amend SB 247 or oppose it.

Cindy Pitts CFO

1

McBride, Terri

From: Jeff Satterfield Sent: Thursday, May 6, 2021 11:48 AMTo: Assembly Commerce and Labor ExhibitsSubject: Opposition to SB 247

Dear Chairwoman Jauregui and Committee Members, 

I write this letter in opposition to SB 247.  As written, this bill includes a provision that creates a new barrier to establish 

new apprenticeship programs.  Specifically, subsection 3 of section 2, lines 28‐31, specifically authorize the State 

Apprenticeship Council to condition its approval on a new proposed program contingent on whether apprentice wages 

are the same as existing private programs.  Currently the State Apprenticeship Council establishes minimum wage 

requirements for indentured apprentices.  This line creates a conflicting wage requirement that can be applied 

arbitrarily and without consistency.  One program could be approved with a Government approved wage standard and 

the next program could be rejected because it does not meet a wage scale established by a private program.  This 

inconsistency will undoubtedly lead to litigation. 

The legislation can stand alone without this provision. We are already facing a massive shortage in skilled labor in the 

construction industry.  Setting up additional barriers to training is not what our state or the construction industry needs 

to succeed. Lets look at creating opportunities for all Nevadans. 

Please amend SB 247 or oppose it. 

Sincerely, Jeff Satterfield 

May 6, 2021

Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui Chair, Assembly Commerce and Labor Nevada Legislature Room 4108B, Legislative Building Carson City, NV 89701

Re: Opposition to SB 247

Dear Chairwoman Jauregui and Committee Members, I write this letter in opposition to SB 24 7. As written, this bill includes a provision that creates a new barrier to establish new apprenticeship programs. Specifically, subsection 3 of section 2, lines 28-31, specifically authorize the State Apprenticeship Council to condition its approval on a new proposed program contingent on whether apprentice wages are the same as existing private programs. Currently the State Apprenticeship Council establishes minimum wage requirements for indentured apprentices. This line creates a conflicting wage requirement that can be applied arbitrarily and without consistency. One program could be approved with a Government approved wage standard and the next program could be rejected because it does not meet a wage scale established by a private program. This inconsistency will undoubtedly lead to litigation. The legislation can stand alone without this provision. We are already facing a massive shortage in skilled labor in the construction industry. Setting up additional barriers to training is not what our state or the construction industry needs to succeed. Please amend SB 24 7 or oppose it.

Sincerely,

May 6, 2021 Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui Chair, Assembly Commerce and LaborNevada Legislature Room 4108B, Legislative BuildingCarson City, NV 89701 Re: Opposition to SB 247

Dear Chairwoman Jauregui and Committee Members, I write this letter in opposition to SB 247. As written, this bill includes a provision that creates a new barrier to establish new apprenticeship programs. Specifically, subsection 3 of section 2, lines 28-31, specifically authorize the State Apprenticeship Council to condition its approval on a new proposed program contingent on whether apprentice wages are the same as existing private programs. Currently the State Apprenticeship Council establishes minimum wage requirements for indentured apprentices. This line creates a conflicting wage requirement that can be applied arbitrarily and without consistency. One program could be approved with a Government approved wage standard and the next program could be rejected because it does not meet a wage scale established by a private program. This inconsistency will undoubtedly lead to litigation. The legislation can stand alone without this provision. We are already facing a massive shortage in skilled labor in the construction industry. Setting up additional barriers to training is not what our state or the construction industry needs to succeed. Please amend SB 247 or oppose it.

Sincerely,

Daniel W. Larkin

4845 Judson Ave, Las Vegas NV 89115 – 1-702-800-2130

May 6, 2021

Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui Chair, Assembly Commerce and Labor Nevada Legislature Room 4108B, Legislative Building Carson City, NV 89701

Re: Opposition to SB 247

Dear Chairwoman Jauregui and Committee Members,

I write this letter in opposition to SB 247. As written, this bill includes a provision that creates a new barrier to

establish new apprenticeship programs. Specifically, subsection 3 of section 2, lines 28-31, specifically authorize

the State Apprenticeship Council to condition its approval on a new proposed program contingent on whether

apprentice wages are the same as existing private programs. Currently the State Apprenticeship Council

establishes minimum wage requirements for indentured apprentices. This line creates a conflicting wage

requirement that can be applied arbitrarily and without consistency. One program could be approved with a

Government approved wage standard and the next program could be rejected because it does not meet a wage

scale established by a private program. This inconsistency will undoubtedly lead to litigation.

The legislation can stand alone without this provision. We are already facing a massive shortage in skilled labor in

the construction industry. Setting up additional barriers to training is not what our state or the construction

industry needs to succeed.

Please amend SB 247 or oppose it.

Sincerely,

Donnie Gibson

President – Civil Werx

May 6, 2021

Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui Chair, Assembly Commerce and Labor Nevada Legislature Room 4108B, Legislative Building Carson City, NV 89701

Re: Opposition to SB 247

Dear Chairwoman Jauregui and Committee Members,

I write this letter in opposition to SB 247. As written, this bill includes a provision that creates a new barrier to establish new apprenticeship programs. Specifically, subsection 3 of section 2, lines 28-31, specifically authorize the State Apprenticeship Council to condition its approval on a new proposed program contingent on whether apprentice wages are the same as existing private programs. Currently the State Apprenticeship Council establishes minimum wage requirements for indentured apprentices. This line creates a conflicting wage requirement that can be applied arbitrarily and without consistency. One program could be approved with a Government approved wage standard and the next program could be rejected because It does not meet a wage scale established by a private program. This Inconsistency will undoubtedly lead to litigation.

The legislation can stand alone without this provision. We are already facing a massive shortage in skilled labor in the construction industry. Setting up additional barriers to training is not what our state or the construction industry needs to succeed.

Please amend SB 247 or oppose it.

Sincerely,

May 6, 2021

Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui Chair, Assembly Commerce and Labor Nevada Legislature Room 4108B, Legislative Building Carson City, NV 89701

Re: Opposition to SB 247

Dear Chairwoman Jauregui and Committee Members:

I write this letter in opposition to SB 247. As written, this bill includes a provision that creates a barrier to establishing new apprenticeship programs. Specifically, subsection 3 of section 2, lines 28-31, explicitly authorize the State Apprenticeship Council to condition its approval on new proposed programs contingent on whether apprentice wages are the same as existing private programs.

Currently the State Apprenticeship Council establishes minimum wage requirements for indentured apprentices. The addition of this line to the bill creates conflicting wage requirement that can be applied arbitrarily and without consistency. One program could be approved with a government approved wage standard and the next program could be rejected because it does not meet a wage scale established by a private program. This inconsistency will undoubtedly lead to litigation, as well it should.

The legislation can stand alone without this provision. We are already facing a massive shortage in skilled labor in the construction industry. Setting up additional barriers to training is not what our state or the construction industry needs to succeed.

Please amend SB 247 or oppose it.

Best regards,

Gabrielle Totton Master Service Plumbing, Inc.

325 Sunshine Lane, Reno, NV 89502 | P: (775) 851-1444 | F: (775) 337-1115

May 6, 2021

Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui Chair, Assembly Commerce and Labor Nevada Legislature Room 4108B, Legislative Building Carson City, NV 89701

Re: Opposition to SB 247

Dear Chairwoman Jauregui and Committee Members,

I write this letter in opposition to SB 247. As written, this bill includes a provision that creates a new barrier to establish new apprenticeship programs. Specifically, subsection 3 of section 2, lines 28-31, specifically authorize the State Apprenticeship Council to condition its approval on a new proposed program contingent on whether apprentice wages are the same as existing private programs. Currently the State Apprenticeship Council establishes minimum wage requirements for indentured apprentices. This line creates a conflicting wage requirement that can be applied arbitrarily and without consistency. One program could be approved with a Government approved wage standard and the next program could be rejected because it does not meet a wage scale established by a private program. This inconsistency will undoubtedly lead to litigation.

The legislation can stand alone without this provision. We are already facing a massive shortage in skilled labor in the construction industry. Setting up additional barriers to training is not what our state or the construction industry needs to succeed.

Please amend SB 247 or oppose it.

Sincerely,

Geoff Gomes President

Adobe Communications Inc.

4360 W. Tompkins Ave. Las Vegas, NV

89103

Lic.: 37479AUnlimited

Ernesto@SAVIconstruction.com www.SAVIconstruction.com

418 S. Maryland Parkway. Las Vegas, NV 89101 p: (702) 382-3177 f: (702) 382-3351

May 6, 2021

Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui Chair, Assembly Commerce and Labor Nevada Legislature Room 4108B, Legislative Building Carson City, NV 89701

Re: Opposition to SB 247

Dear Chairwoman Jauregui and Committee Members,

I write this letter in opposition to SB 247. As written, this bill includes a provision that creates a new barrier to establish new apprenticeship programs. Specifically, subsection 3 of section 2, lines 28-31, specifically authorize the State Apprenticeship Council to condition its approval on a new proposed program contingent on whether apprentice wages are the same as existing private programs. Currently the State Apprenticeship Council establishes minimum wage requirements for indentured apprentices. This line creates a conflicting wage requirement that can be applied arbitrarily and without consistency. One program could be approved with a Government approved wage standard and the next program could be rejected because it does not meet a wage scale established by a private program. This inconsistency will undoubtedly lead to litigation.

The legislation can stand alone without this provision. We are already facing a massive shortage in skilled labor in the construction industry. Setting up additional barriers to training is not what our state or the construction industry needs to succeed.

Please amend SB 247 or oppose it.

Sincerely,

Ernesto Savino, President SAVI CONSTRUCTION