NABTU President Supports White House's Use of Project Labor Agreements

Washington, D.C. – June 18, 2025 – The recent decision by the White House to promote the use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) on federal construction endeavors has ignited discussions across the industry.

Sean McGarvey, President of North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU), has expressed strong approval of this move, stating, "The debate over the effectiveness of Project Labor Agreements has long been settled and reaffirmed by industry leaders, contractors, developers, and governments alike: PLAs work." This endorsement underscores the widespread view that PLAs are instrumental in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects with efficiency and high quality.

The continuation of the PLA Executive Order, reestablished under the Trump Administration, is expected to open up more middle-class job opportunities, benefiting both union and non-union workers and contractors. The decision reflects a broader consensus that PLAs are essential for major construction projects.

As federal agencies begin to adopt this policy, it is anticipated that communities nationwide will experience increased employment prospects. Projects utilizing PLAs are expected to enhance workforce stability, ensure project efficiency, maintain cost predictability, and provide sustainable career paths for families.

McGarvey added, "We welcome this action as a commonsense move that strengthens taxpayer return on investment and delivers American infrastructure more effectively and safely, with a U.S.-trained, highly-skilled workforce built for success." This sentiment highlights the belief that PLAs enhance the value of taxpayer dollars and lead to more robust and safer infrastructure outcomes.