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NJ A1338
NJ A1338Reduces threshold cost, from $5 million to $3 million, of public works projects which may include project labor agreements.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill amends P.L.2002, c.44 to reduce, from $5 million to $3 million, the minimum cost of a public works project which may include a project labor agreement pursuant to that act.
AI Summary
This bill amends a previous law (P.L.2002, c.44) to lower the minimum cost threshold for public works projects that can include a project labor agreement, also known as a PLA. A PLA is a pre-hire collective bargaining agreement that sets the terms and conditions for a specific construction project. Currently, a public works project must cost at least $5 million to be eligible for a PLA. This bill proposes to reduce that threshold to $3 million, meaning that public works projects costing $3 million or more could now include a PLA. Public works projects are defined as construction, reconstruction, demolition, or renovation projects where workers are required to be paid the prevailing wage, which is a minimum wage rate determined by the Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Labor Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1338 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1500/1338_I1.HTM |
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