Iowa
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Project Labor Agreements
In 2017, the legislature codified an existing executive order that prohibits government-mandated PLAs on public and publicly assisted construction projects. The state now has PLA neutrality by law.
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Prevailing Wage
No.
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Right to Work
Yes.
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Public-Private Partnerships
No statute authorizes or prohibits P3s on public projects.
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Workforce Development Incentives
Current labor supply satisfies 67.7% of peak labor demand.
State offered $101,661,300 in grants and incentives for workforce preparation and development in 2021.
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Career and Technical Education
97% of CTE high school graduates are places in colleges or careers.
Iowa recognizes NCCER as an approved curriculum for CTE programs.
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Job Growth Rate
1.1%.