; and (ii) (I) has a demonstrated competency applicable to the apprenticeship occupation; or (II) has acquired experience, training or skills through military service that is applicable to the apprenticeship occupation. (B) Notwithstanding subparagraph (A), in the case of a registered apprenticeship program that has preferential language for veterans already in the program's apprenticeship policies and standards as of the date of enactment of this Act, the registered apprenticeship program may continue awarding advanced standing or credit for veterans in accordance with such existing apprenticeship program policies and standards. (3) When the Secretary of Labor initially approves a registered apprenticeship program, the Secretary shall provide a copy of the certificate of registration to— (A) the State approving agency designated under chapter 36 of title 38, United States Code, for the State where the headquarters of the registered apprenticeship program's sponsor are located; and (B) the State approving agency, as determined under the rules and procedures implementing the Act of August 16, 1937 (50 Stat. 664; commonly referred to as the National Apprenticeship Act ), where the registered apprenticeship program is located.