Bill > HB1570

This bill proposes to repeal Section 2.2-4321.2 of the Virginia Code, which currently allows public bodies (such as state and local governments) to require bidders on public works projects to enter into or adhere to project labor agreements (PLAs). Project labor agreements are pre-hire collective bargaining agreements that set the terms and conditions of employment for a specific construction project, typically establishing wages, benefits, working conditions, and labor-management dispute resolution procedures. By repealing this section of the Public Procurement Act, the bill would remove the legal authorization for public entities in Virginia to mandate project labor agreements when soliciting bids for construction, manufacturing, maintenance, or operational projects. This change would give public bodies more flexibility in their procurement processes and potentially reduce barriers to bidding for contractors who might not want to comply with specific labor agreement terms.