Ohio HB512 modifies laws on project labor agreements in public improvement contracts.

Ohio HB512 amends and repeals sections of the Revised Code to modify the law regarding project labor agreements in public improvement contracts. The bill ensures that public authorities do not require or prohibit contractors or subcontractors from entering into agreements with labor organizations. It allows public authorities to award contracts to those who voluntarily choose to enter into such agreements, provided it is not a condition for the award. The bill also allows courts to award reasonable attorney's fees and costs to prevailing plaintiffs in cases of violations.

Ohio HB512 modifies laws on project labor agreements in public improvement contracts.

Ohio HB512 amends and repeals sections of the Revised Code to modify the law regarding project labor agreements in public improvement contracts. The bill ensures that public authorities do not require or prohibit contractors or subcontractors from entering into agreements with labor organizations. It allows public authorities to award contracts to those who voluntarily choose to enter into such agreements, provided it is not a condition for the award. The bill also allows courts to award reasonable attorney's fees and costs to prevailing plaintiffs in cases of violations.