Bill > HB1387

This bill modifies how prevailing wages are determined for public works projects in Washington state. Currently, the industrial statistician from the Department of Labor and Industries determines prevailing wages, with the process changing in two key phases. Until May 31, 2027, prevailing wages will be set based on the highest hourly wage, benefits, and overtime rates in collective bargaining agreements for specific trades in a county. Starting June 1, 2027, the method becomes more nuanced: for most trades, the statistician will determine the wage rate representing the majority or most workers in collective bargaining agreements, with a formal appeal process for interested parties who disagree with the determination. For shipbuilding and ship repair trades, the highest collective bargaining rate will prevail after June 1, 2027. In counties where no collective bargaining agreements exist, the industrial statistician will establish prevailing wages through wage and hour surveys or other appropriate methods. The bill also specifies that the time period for recovering any owed wages is paused until the prevailing wage determination becomes final, ensuring workers can seek proper compensation.

Labor and Employment

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1387&Year=2025&Initiative=false