Funding And Grants

The State Agency Once Led by Congresswoman Val Hoyle Tried for a Year to Create an Apprenticeship With La Mota

Willamette Week

September 6, 2023

Apprenticeship news Funding And Grants The State Agency Once Led by Congresswoman Val H…

Summary

The Oregon Bureau of Labor & Industries (BOLI) attempted for nearly a year to establish a cannabis apprenticeship program with La Mota, a company co-founded by Rosa Cazares, who had significant ties to BOLI's then-commissioner, Val Hoyle. Despite the agency's efforts, the proposed apprenticeship was deemed legally unviable due to the federal status of cannabis, and the arrangement ultimately did not come to fruition, leading to a subsequent $554,000 grant to a nonprofit associated with La Mota.

Why this matters for apprenticeships

This situation highlights the complexities and challenges surrounding apprenticeships in emerging industries, particularly where legal and regulatory frameworks intersect. For registered apprenticeship programs, it underscores the importance of adhering to established guidelines to ensure sustainable career pathways and the integrity of apprenticeship initiatives.

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