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Committee tables bill to repeal authority to require project labor agreements after sharp debate
Summary
HB 1570, a bill that would repeal a 2020 code provision authorizing public bodies to require project labor agreements for public‑works contracts, was tabled after supporters and opponents clashed over whether PLAs raise costs or protect local workers and project timeliness.
HB 1570, a bill to remove a 2020 Virginia code provision that allows public bodies to require project labor agreements (PLAs) as a condition of bidding, was tabled by a House subcommittee after a roughly one-hour debate.
The bill’s sponsor, Delegate Wiley, told the committee HB 1570 “is about fair, open competition and frugal stewardship of our taxpayer funds.” He said the proposal would “allow both union and non union contractors to compete on a level playing field” by striking the statutory authority that lets public entities mandate participation in PLAs.
Supporters representing construction trade groups and contractors told the committee that mandatory PLAs reduce competition and…
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