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Jake Ellzey

Jake Ellzey

RRepublicanTX-6 · Representative
54
/ 100
Average
Attendance98
Avg: 96
Independence3
Avg: 4
Bipartisan Tone13
Avg: 16
Ethics Record100
Avg: 99
Transparency42
Avg: 57

Accountability Score — composite of attendance, independence, bipartisan tone, ethics record & transparency.

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All Sponsored Bills

HR3871In Committee

Apprenticeship Infrastructure Tax Credit Act of 2025

This bill would allow businesses to claim tax credits for money they spend on apprenticeship programs, making it cheaper for companies to train workers in skilled trades. The tax breaks would encourage employers to invest in apprenticeships, potentially creating more opportunities for people to learn jobs like electrician, plumber, or carpenter while earning money. Workers would benefit by gaining access to paid training programs, while businesses would get financial incentives to develop their workforce.

2025-06-10