But to several Republican legislators and some non-union affiliated workers -- PLAs, as they're called -- are the enemy.
Listen to the show:
PLAs are work rules that require state funded construction projects to be awarded to companies that have unionized workers or pay union scale wages.
Those who want to ban PLAs say they jack up the cost of projects to taxpayers and preclude 80% of workers from being considered for jobs.
Union officials say the requirements ensure that experienced tradesmen and Pennsylvania residents work on taxpayer-funded projects.
What do you think? Listen to Tuesday's Radio Smart Talk.
Guests:
Frank Sirianni, President, Pennsylvania Building and Construction Trades Council
Jack Zimmer, President and CEO, Associated Builders and Construction, Keystone Chapter
