Skip to main content

Employment of Illinois Workers on Public Works Act

The Act requires contractors to use at least 90% Illinois laborers on all public works projects that receive State funds or funds administered by the State during a period of excessive unemployment. Excessive unemployment is defined as any month immediately following 2 consecutive calendar months that the Illinois unemployment rate exceeds 5%. Civil penalties may be imposed on employers who hire non-Illinois workers on State public works projects.

Contact Number

General Information: 312-793-3600 

Email: Robert.parrilli@illinois.gov

Links