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This bill amends section 31-53 of the general statutes to clarify the applicability of the prevailing wage statute. Specifically, the bill specifies that prevailing wage requirements only apply to projects that receive state funding above certain monetary thresholds, and importantly, private funding dollars will not be counted when determining whether a project meets those funding thresholds. Prevailing wage laws typically require contractors and subcontractors to pay workers a locally determined hourly wage rate for government-funded construction projects, which helps ensure fair compensation and protect local labor standards. By explicitly stating that private funds do not contribute to the funding threshold, the bill provides additional clarity for contractors and government entities about when prevailing wage requirements must be followed, potentially reducing confusion and potential legal disputes about wage requirements for construction projects with mixed funding sources.

Labor and Employment

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