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S 3678

Relates to prioritizing union labor for certain transit projects of the metropolitan transportation authority

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Leroy Comrie

Prioritize union labor on designated MTA transit projects, shaping hiring preferences, project labor agreements, and apprenticeship/training requirements.

REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
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Bill Summary · S 3678

Bill Summary — S 3678 (New York Senate)

Overview

  • Title: Relates to prioritizing union labor for certain transit projects of the metropolitan transportation authority
  • Bill number: S 3678
  • Chamber: New York State Senate
  • Primary sponsor: Leroy Comrie
  • Introduction date: January 29, 2025
  • Status: REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
  • Related bills (prior sessions): S 9052, S 4183, S 2456
  • Companion in Assembly: A 4171 (two entries listed)

Purpose and intent

  • The bill, by its title, seeks to require or give priority to union labor in connection with certain transit projects undertaken by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). The objective is to ensure that union-affiliated workers are prioritized or favored for employment on designated MTA transit projects. The precise mechanisms (e.g., preferences in bidding, use of project labor agreements, apprenticeship requirements, wage standards) would be defined in the bill’s text.

Key provisions (as implied by the title and status)

  • The bill would establish criteria or policies that prioritize union labor for specified MTA transit projects.
  • Potential elements likely to be addressed in the full text may include:
    • Requirements or preferences for hiring union workers on qualifying MTA projects
    • Use of project labor agreements or other labor-supply arrangements
    • Provisions related to wages (e.g., prevailing wage) and apprenticeship/training requirements
    • Procedures for implementing and enforcing the priority policy
    • Reporting and oversight obligations to ensure compliance
  • Note: The exact language, definitions (e.g., what qualifies as a “transit project” or “union labor”), and enforcement mechanisms would be contained in the bill’s text.

Affected parties and potential impacts

  • Affected entities:
    • Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and its contractors/subcontractors
    • Labor unions representing transit workforce
    • Non-union contractors and workers bidding on MTA projects (potentially affected by competitive dynamics)
  • Potential impacts:
    • Shifts in labor sourcing for designated MTA projects, with greater emphasis on union labor
    • Possible implications for project bids, timelines, and costs depending on how the policy is structured
    • Increased emphasis on apprenticeship and workforce development aligned with union standards
    • Accountability and reporting requirements to monitor compliance

Procedural timeline and next steps

  • Introduced and first referred to the Transportation Committee on January 29, 2025.
  • As a referred bill, its progression will depend on committee consideration, potential amendments, and votes in the Senate, followed by consideration in the Assembly (and potentially reconciliation with companion measures).
  • Related or companion bills (e.g., A 4171) may move in parallel, potentially shaping broader policy.

Related legislation

  • Senate: S 9052, S 4183, S 2456 (prior-session)
  • Assembly: A 4171 (companion)

Note: This summary reflects the bill’s title and metadata. The exact provisions, definitions, and operative dates will be found in the full text of S 3678. For precise language and potential fiscal or policy implications, consult the bill document and any analyzing memos from the Transportation Committee.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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