Bill > H2723

This bill aims to ensure responsible contracting on state construction projects by requiring bidders and subcontractors to agree in writing to several conditions. These include paying employees the legally mandated prevailing wage rates, participating in state-registered apprenticeship programs for each trade, providing health insurance that meets minimum state requirements, maintaining industrial accident insurance, and correctly classifying workers as employees rather than independent contractors. Bidders must also certify that their employees can work harmoniously with others on the job site, meaning their presence won't cause work stoppages or picket lines. Failure to comply with these "Responsible Employer Requirements" can result in penalties such as daily fines, work cessation, withholding of payments, removal from the project, and future debarment from state projects. The bill also mandates that bidders provide detailed information about their health insurance plans and requires a certification under oath on a weekly basis confirming compliance with these requirements.