SB 93
Establishes certain labor standards for the award of grants of federal money by a state agency for certain purposes. (BDR 18-556)
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Bill overview
This bill aims to ensure that Nevada uses federal grant money for broadband development responsibly and effectively. It requires state agencies awarding these grants to evaluate applications based on workforce training and local hiring practices. Specifically, applicants must certify they will employ a qualified local workforce, pay high-quality wages, and either have a training program or a collective bargaining agreement covering their employees. The bill also mandates that grant recipients adhere to public works regulations and allows agencies to create regulations to implement these requirements.
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