The bill amends and enacts several sections of the Revised Code to modify the law regarding project labor agreements in public improvement contracts. Key changes include the definition of "public authority," which now specifies that it does not include municipal corporations or counties that have adopted a charter unless state funds are involved. Additionally, the bill prohibits public authorities from requiring or prohibiting contractors or subcontractors from entering into agreements with labor organizations as a condition of employment. It also establishes that no state funds shall be distributed to municipalities or counties that impose such requirements in their bid specifications.

Furthermore, the bill introduces provisions for interested parties to file complaints against public authorities for violations of the new regulations, allowing courts to void contracts found in violation and award attorney's fees to prevailing plaintiffs. It clarifies that the new sections do not prohibit activities protected under the National Labor Relations Act, ensuring that labor relations remain unregulated where applicable. The existing sections 4116.01, 4116.02, 4116.03, and 4116.04 are repealed, along with section 153.83 of the Revised Code, to facilitate these changes.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4116.01, 4116.02, 4116.03, 4116.04, 153.83