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AI Summary
Establishes AI Apprenticeship and tax credit programs in NJ.
Business Impact
If you employ AI apprentices in NJ, you can claim tax credits starting 2026.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
Affected Industries
What This Means
This bill introduces an Artificial Intelligence Apprenticeship Program in New Jersey, aiming to foster collaboration between AI companies and educational institutions. It also establishes a tax credit program for employers who hire AI apprentices, providing financial incentives to support workforce development in AI technologies. The program's start date and tax credit details are to be confirmed.
Key Provisions
- Establishes AI Apprenticeship Program in NJ Department of Labor.
- Collaborates with AI companies for apprenticeship opportunities.
- Facilitates partnerships between employers and educational institutions.
- Introduces tax credit for wages paid to AI apprentices.
- Tax credit details to be confirmed.
- Applies to privilege periods with start date to be confirmed.
Latest Legislative Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Labor Committee
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Angela Mcknight D | Sponsor | SD-031 |
| Raj Mukherji D | Sponsor | SD-032 |
Compliance Checklist
Establish AI apprenticeship programs
Who: AI industry employers
Deadline: By 2026
Penalty: Loss of potential tax credits
Who: AI industry employers
Deadline: By 2026
Penalty: Loss of potential tax credits
Apply for AI apprenticeship tax credits
Who: Employers with qualified apprentices
Deadline: Annually starting 2026
Penalty: No tax credit received
Who: Employers with qualified apprentices
Deadline: Annually starting 2026
Penalty: No tax credit received
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
The bill mandates the creation of an Artificial Intelligence Apprenticeship Program within the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development. This program is designed to collaborate with AI companies to offer apprenticeships focusing on AI technology, data analytics, and automation. Employers are encouraged to partner with educational institutions to provide comprehensive training. Businesses can claim a tax credit against corporate and gross income taxes for wages paid to AI apprentices, with the specific amount and start date to be confirmed. Compliance details, including the duration requirement for employing apprentices and adherence to state and federal programs, are also to be verified. The bill defines the 'artificial intelligence industry' broadly, covering various AI-related tasks. This initiative aligns with similar workforce development efforts in other states, though the specific focus on AI is relatively unique.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
View S3871 on official legislature website →
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