Iowa HF185 requires state agencies to consider using project labor agreements for large-scale construction projects.

Iowa HF185 mandates that state agencies consider using project labor agreements for large-scale construction projects. A "project labor agreement" is defined as a comprehensive pre-hire collective bargaining agreement negotiated between a project's owner and an appropriate labor organization. The bill allows state agencies to require the use of such agreements if they advance the state's interest, considering factors like potential labor disruptions, project size, and urgency. The decision must be supported by written findings demonstrating the benefits of using a project labor agreement.

Iowa HF185 requires state agencies to consider using project labor agreements for large-scale construction projects.

Iowa HF185 mandates that state agencies consider using project labor agreements for large-scale construction projects. A "project labor agreement" is defined as a comprehensive pre-hire collective bargaining agreement negotiated between a project's owner and an appropriate labor organization. The bill allows state agencies to require the use of such agreements if they advance the state's interest, considering factors like potential labor disruptions, project size, and urgency. The decision must be supported by written findings demonstrating the benefits of using a project labor agreement.