Bill > HB1096

This bill amends Tennessee law to restrict employers from entering into community benefits agreements (CBAs) when seeking economic development incentives from the state. The bill defines a community benefits agreement as a contract between an employer and a community group or organization that establishes employment criteria, requires funding or services for a community, or mandates the use of unionized workforce. Specifically, the legislation prohibits employers from signing CBAs that impose employment-related obligations not directly connected to their economic development incentive performance. The bill introduces new definitions for terms like "community group" and "organization" and clarifies that these restrictions will apply to contracts executed, renewed, or modified on or after July 1, 2025. By implementing these provisions, the bill aims to limit the scope of agreements that can be made between employers receiving state economic development incentives and community organizations, potentially reducing external influences on employment practices and business operations.

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