Bill > S1323

This bill introduces new workplace safety disclosure requirements for government procurement contracts and trench excavation permits in Massachusetts. For procurement contracts valued over $50,000, companies must now disclose any Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) citations, notices, decisions, or civil judgments against their company or affiliated businesses within the past four years. Awarding authorities will be required to consider these safety violation disclosures when determining whether a company is a responsible contractor. The bill mandates that contractors update this safety information every six months during the contract period and requires subcontractors to similarly disclose their safety violation history. For trench excavation permits, applicants must now provide written disclosure of any OSHA violations, as well as details about prior permit suspensions, revocations, fines, or site shutdowns. The goal of these provisions is to enhance transparency about workplace safety records and help government agencies make more informed decisions when awarding contracts or permits, ultimately promoting safer work environments by holding companies accountable for their safety compliance history.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1323