Bill > H1409

This bill creates a construction industry "private attorney general action" that allows certain "interested parties," such as construction industry employers, labor organizations, and affected employees, to file lawsuits on behalf of the Commonwealth and the public against construction employers who have failed to pay required wages. The bill provides for treble damages for affected employees, a 20% surcharge tax on the total award to fund a wage enforcement fund, and penalties and restitution for affected employees who do not respond to a court notice affirming their interest in a recovery. The Attorney General may intervene as a plaintiff in these actions and must participate in any settlement negotiations. The bill aims to address issues related to wage theft and unfair competition in the construction industry.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1409