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House passes bill limiting local regulation of private employment amid concerns about broad language
Summary
The House passed Senate Bill 674 (substituted for House Bill 900), which limits local governments from regulating terms and conditions of private employment; opponents described the bill's language as overly broad and said it could preempt local apprenticeship and hire requirements.
Chairman Todd moved substitute and passage of Senate Bill 674 to restrict local regulation of private employment terms and conditions, arguing the measure avoids a patchwork of local mandates. He said the state and federal governments should occupy this field to maintain uniformity.
Chairman Clemens and Representatives Bain and others warned the bill's language — particularly the undefined phrase "terms and conditions of employment" — is overly broad and likely to invite litigation, and could limit local apprenticeship or local‑hire practices. "This bill will have legal challenges, from the day it is enacted," Chairman Clemens warned.
After floor debate, the House passed the substituted bill on final consideration (70 aye, 22 nay, 1 present).
