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Fair Competition in Federal Contracts: Ending Union Discrimination

New rules aim to ensure that companies bidding for federally funded construction contracts are not discriminated against or favored based on their union affiliation. This is intended to reduce public project costs and expand opportunities for small businesses, potentially leading to more efficient use of taxpayer money.
Key points
Prohibits requiring or forbidding companies from entering into agreements with labor organizations on federal construction projects.
Bans discrimination or favoritism towards companies based on their relationship with labor unions.
Potentially lowers costs for federally funded construction projects, benefiting taxpayers.
Increases opportunities for small and disadvantaged businesses to secure government contracts.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_403
Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Process start date: 2021-02-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FOCA Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_403.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits requiring or forbidding companies from entering into agreements with labor organizations on federal construction projects.
  • Bans discrimination or favoritism towards companies based on their relationship with labor unions.
  • Potentially lowers costs for federally funded construction projects, benefiting taxpayers.
  • Increases opportunities for small and disadvantaged businesses to secure government contracts.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Public Investments Labor Economy