- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Sponsor
- 1
- Latest action
- Apr 30, 2026
What it does
The WAGES Act of 2026 would create a refundable tax credit for eligible employers who pay wages or incur expenses related to registered apprenticeship programs, allowing them to claim 50% of qualified wages (up to $5,000 per apprentice per quarter) and program expenses (subject to caps) as a credit against their payroll taxes. The credit applies to employers who maintain or participate in registered apprenticeship programs and employ qualified apprentices, excluding federal, state, and local governments unless they are certain tax-exempt colleges, universities, or medical care providers. Excess credits beyond the employer’s payroll tax liability would be refunded, and the credit cannot be…
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