LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson and 18 other governors have submitted a letter in opposition to the proposed federal rule giving a preference to union construction contracts.

Earlier this year, President Biden signed an executive order which requires Project Labor Agreements for federal construction projects. This action will require federal construction contracts of $35 million or more to have a government-mandated project labor agreement.

A project labor agreement is a collective bargaining agreement with labor unions to establish the terms and conditions of employment for a specific construction project.

"Labor unions have played an important role in our nation’s history, but the government’s role in business is to provide an avenue for success and not a roadblock." Governor Hutchinson said. "I’m honored to have the support of 18 fellow governors from all corners of our nation as we seek to oppose this rule and support fairness for our states."

You can find the letter that was submitted HERE.