This bill introduces new regulations that prohibit state government entities in New Hampshire from including certain terms related to labor organization agreements in construction-related contracts and grants. Specifically, it establishes that governmental entities cannot require, prefer, or discriminate against bidders, contractors, or subcontractors based on their relationship with labor organizations in any contract-related documents for construction projects. The bill defines key terms such as "construction related project," "contract-related document," and "governmental entity," and clarifies that individual municipalities are not included under the definition of governmental entities.
Additionally, the bill allows for exemptions in cases where the head of a governmental entity determines that an exemption is necessary to avert an imminent threat to public health or safety. It also clarifies that the legislation does not prevent governmental entities from awarding contracts or grants to those who voluntarily enter into agreements with labor organizations, nor does it interfere with activities protected under the National Labor Relations Act. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage and is noted to have no fiscal impact on state, county, or local expenditures or revenue.