All Politics Is Local And So Are PLAs (Feb. 2026 Bonus Episode)
Have thoughts? Text us! In this bonus episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, Erin Looney highlights a key moment from the recent legislative update conversation to take a closer look at project labor agreements (PLAs) and why they remain one of the most complex and nuanced aspects of project delivery today. As design-build authority continues to expand across the country, teams are navigating evolving policies, funding challenges and local requirements that can vary significantly by region. PLAs are a clear example of how those dynamics play out in real time. Listen to the full episode: All Politics is Local: The State-By-State Push for Design-Build Authority (Feb. 2026 full episode) Stay informed: Track state legislation Visit the DBIA Bookstore for free resources supporting state and local legislative efforts Join the conversation in person: State and local legislative issues will be a key topic at DBIA’s Spring Specialty Conferences in Grapevine, Texas. Access all our free design-build resources and learn more about Design-Build Done Right® at dbia.org . DBIA members are shaping the future, one successful collaboration at a time.