Bills · S 1064
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1064Government Operations and Politics
FOCA Act
INTRO MAR 13· LAST ACTION MAR 13
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it changes the rules of the game for how billions of dollars in federal construction contracts are awarded. If it becomes law, it could lead to more varied competition for government construction projects, potentially driving down costs for taxpayers by allowing a wider range of bidders. It addresses a long-standing debate about the role of unions in federal contracting, moving towards a policy of government neutrality.
If it doesn't become law, the ability of federal agencies to require or encourage specific labor agreements on projects would remain, and future administrations could continue to issue executive orders or regulations that influence whether union agreements are promoted or restricted. This bill aims to create a more permanent, uniform policy across all federal construction spending.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Prohibits federal executive agencies from requiring or forbidding contractors on federal construction projects from entering into agreements with labor organizations.
This provision ensures that agencies cannot mandate or ban union agreements, promoting neutrality in the bidding process.
PROVISION 02
Prevents federal executive agencies from discriminating for or against bidders, offerors, contractors, or subcontractors based on their affiliation or lack of affiliation with labor organizations.
This guarantees fair treatment for all companies, regardless of their union status, when competing for federal contracts.
PROVISION 03
Extends these prohibitions to construction projects that receive federal grants, financial assistance, or are part of cooperative agreements.
This ensures that the neutrality policy applies broadly to all construction projects supported by federal funds, not just direct federal contracts.
PROVISION 04
Allows the head of an executive agency to grant exemptions for specific projects under special circumstances, such as averting an imminent threat to public health or safety or serving national security.
This provides a safety valve for critical situations where the standard rules might impede urgent or essential work.
PROVISION 05
Requires the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to be revised within 60 days of the bill's enactment to implement these new provisions.
This ensures that federal contracting rules are updated quickly to reflect the new policy, providing clear guidance to agencies and contractors.
SPONSORSHIP
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R· Indiana
YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 13
Introduced in Senate
MAR 13
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1064
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 13, 2025
Last actionMar 13, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 13, 2025
Senate BillS 1064Government Operations and Politics
FOCA Act
INTRODUCED MAR 13, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 13, 2025
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