Bill > SB439

This bill modifies Oregon state law regarding prevailing wage requirements for affordable housing projects that include child care facilities. Specifically, the bill clarifies that constructing an affordable housing project does not automatically trigger prevailing wage requirements if a child care facility is built within the project, as long as certain conditions are met. These conditions include: the child care facility must serve an average of 75% of children residing in the project who are eligible for government-subsidized child care or early learning, and the project owner must provide annual evidence of this compliance to the Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries. However, the labor costs specifically associated with constructing the child care facility will still be subject to prevailing wage requirements (which mandate paying standard wages for construction work in a specific area). The bill will become operative on January 1, 2026, and takes effect 91 days after the legislative session adjourns. This legislation aims to encourage the development of child care facilities within affordable housing projects by reducing potential regulatory and financial barriers.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB439