The Faster Labor Contracts Act is a key component of the controversial Protecting the Right to Organize Act (PRO Act) and represents one of organized labor’s top legislative priorities. Democratic party lawmakers in Congress—along with a handful of pro-union Republicans—are attempting to use a rarely used procedural maneuver to fast-track this bill and appease powerful union special interests.

Here’s what that means for IEC contractors:

• Employers and unions would have just 150 days to reach a first contract agreement.
• If no agreement is reached, a government-appointed arbitrator would impose a binding contract.
• These arbitrators would have the power to set wages, benefits, and working conditions—without regard for a company’s financial reality.
• Workers could be bound to contracts they never voted to approve.

For small, merit shop contractors, this could mean:

• Unsustainable labor costs
• Reduced flexibility to manage your workforce
• Increased legal and administrative burdens
• Less control over your business operations

Contact your representative today and urge them to OPPOSE the Norcross resolution (H.Res. 1140) and the Faster Labor Contracts Act (H.R. 5408).