Establishes labor standards for state agencies awarding federal grants for broadband infrastructure.

The bill sets labor standards for state agencies awarding federal grants for broadband infrastructure. It requires agencies to evaluate grant applications based on factors like safety training, wage scales, and workforce quality. The bill mandates that applicants certify they meet these standards and that any work performed by contractors also adheres to these requirements. It also allows exceptions for collective bargaining agreements and projects under $100,000.

Establishes labor standards for state agencies awarding federal grants for broadband infrastructure.

The bill sets labor standards for state agencies awarding federal grants for broadband infrastructure. It requires agencies to evaluate grant applications based on factors like safety training, wage scales, and workforce quality. The bill mandates that applicants certify they meet these standards and that any work performed by contractors also adheres to these requirements. It also allows exceptions for collective bargaining agreements and projects under $100,000.