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This bill aims to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion in Illinois' construction workforce through a comprehensive set of requirements for project labor agreements. The legislation mandates that collective bargaining units, contractors, and subcontractors meet specific diversity goals, such as ensuring that 10% of workers (increasing to 15% by 2026) come from minority, women, veteran, or disabled groups, or reflect the county's demographic makeup. The bill establishes safety training requirements, requires pre-apprenticeship programs for Illinois residents facing employment barriers, and ensures workers receive competitive pay and benefits. The Commission on Equity and Inclusion will oversee implementation, determine county demographics, handle complaints, and impose penalties for non-compliance. Financially, the bill creates a Local Construction Training and Development Fund to support workforce training programs and affordable housing projects. The legislation's broader purpose is to provide equal access to construction jobs regardless of race, geographic region, creed, or gender, and to improve opportunities for traditionally underrepresented workers in the construction industry.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2961&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104