Bill > HB05288

This bill proposes to modify existing labor laws regarding prevailing wage requirements for public works projects by increasing the cost threshold from $100,000 to $500,000 for remodeling, refinishing, rehabilitation, and repair projects. Currently, public works projects that exceed the specified cost threshold must pay workers the prevailing wage, which is typically the standard wage rate for specific types of labor in a geographic area. The bill also introduces an annual indexing mechanism that will automatically adjust this threshold to account for inflation, ensuring that the dollar amount remains meaningful over time. By raising the threshold, the legislation aims to reduce administrative burdens on smaller public works projects while still maintaining wage protections for workers on larger construction and renovation efforts. The change would apply to both new construction and renovation projects, providing a consistent standard for determining when prevailing wage rules must be applied.

Labor and Employment

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