3 THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK

March 19, 2025

Welcome to the UA Political Pipeline, your weekly source for the latest updates from the UA Department of Legislative and Political Affairs. It’s March 19th, and these are three things you need to know this week:

 National “Right To Work” Bill Halted Thanks to Record Pushback from UA Members

Sen. Rand Paul’s latest right-to-work legislation—and its companion in the House—failed to gain the cosponsors needed to advance at this time, thanks to UA members’ record pushback and signatures. While we will remain vigilant in case these attacks resurface, your activism and engagement were critical —proving once again that when we stand united, our voices make a difference.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed an executive order expanding project labor agreements (PLAs) on large public works projects—ensuring on-time, on-budget construction, fair wages, and more opportunities for skilled UA members. The UA applauds leaders like Governor Healey who stand up for our values by investing in good-paying jobs, proven training, and opportunities for all working families.

President Trump has issued an executive order rolling back several Biden-era directives that promoted registered apprenticeships, project labor agreements, prevailing wages, and stronger labor protections. By revoking these vital policies, the administration is undercutting programs that create good-paying union jobs. The UA stands firmly against these rollbacks and will keep fighting to protect our members’ rights and the interests of working families.