Posts Tagged ‘Project Labor Agreements’

Louisiana Leads Charge Against Union Favoritism

Louisiana Leads Charge Against Union Favoritism

Only four members of Louisiana’s House of Representatives voted against legislation that blocks state government officials from mandating Project Labor Agreements (PLA) on construction projects. The bill also passed the Senate with bipartisan support. PLAs locked out non-union construction shops from the bidding process, industry representatives have argued.

Government Mandated Union Favors Blocked Under Pending Legislation

Government Mandated Union Favors Blocked Under Pending Legislation

Legislation that would preclude state government officials from mandating Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) on construction projects is scheduled for a vote today in the House. PLAS have been criticized for favoring union over non-union shops.

Senate Bill Preempts Union-Backed Project Labor Agreements

Senate Bill Preempts Union-Backed Project Labor Agreements

Sen. Danny Martiny (R-Metaire) has introduced legislation that would ban state government officials from mandating Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) on publicly funded construction projects, which are backed by organized labor. PLAs boost construction costs and undermine competition, studies show.