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NJ A6131
NJ A6131Requires public entities to enter into project labor agreements in certain public works projects at or above $3 million.
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Introduced
12/04/2025
12/04/2025
In Committee
12/04/2025
12/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires public entities to include a project labor agreement in all public works projects estimated to cost $3 million or more. Under current law, public entities may decide on a project-by-project basis whether to include a project labor agreement if the entity estimates that the total cost of the project, exclusive of any land acquisition costs, subject to prevailing wage law, will be $5 million or more. This bill would require a project labor agreement for any public works project equal to or exceeding a $3 million threshold. A public entity is defined as the State, any of its political subdivisions, any authority created by the Legislature and any instrumentality or agency of the State or of any of its political subdivisions.
AI Summary
This bill requires public entities in New Jersey to include a project labor agreement (PLA) in all public works projects estimated to cost $3 million or more, lowering the current threshold from $5 million. A project labor agreement is a pre-hire collective bargaining agreement that covers the terms and conditions of a specific construction project. The bill defines a public entity as the State, its political subdivisions, legislative authorities, and related agencies. Under the new requirement, public entities must either directly negotiate a PLA with labor organizations or mandate that a construction manager negotiate such an agreement. The PLA must promote labor stability, project efficiency, skilled workforce development, quality, safety, and timeliness, and for political subdivisions, it should also prioritize local employment. Bidders who refuse to agree to the PLA conditions will not be considered responsible bidders. The Commissioner of Labor can assist in negotiating the agreement and will review the final PLA to ensure it meets the legal requirements. This legislation aims to standardize labor agreements for significant public construction projects and potentially improve project outcomes and local employment opportunities.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Labor Committee (on 12/04/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A6131 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A6500/6131_I1.HTM |
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