Section 470.710 - Apprenticeship and job training(1) The State Department of Energy shall collaborate with the State Workforce and Talent Development Board and other interested parties to identify opportunities for apprenticeship and for job training and development that would further the goals of ORS 470.500 to 470.710 and provide valuable skills to Oregon workers.(2) In adopting any rules for carrying out apprenticeship and job training and development under the energy efficiency and sustainable technology loan program, the department and the board shall consult with representatives from: (a) State workforce programs;(c) The State Apprenticeship and Training Council;(d) The Bureau of Labor and Industries; and(e) Consumer advocacy organizations.(3) In addition to consulting with entities described in subsection (2) of this section, in adopting any rules for carrying out apprenticeship and job training and development under the energy efficiency and sustainable technology loan program, the department and the board may seek input from organizations representing construction contractors.Amended by 2017 Ch. 297, § 25, eff. 10/5/2017.Amended by 2017 Ch. 185, § 14, eff. 5/31/2017.