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MA H2374

Relative to the prevailing wage in the town of Chatham


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

That the town of Chatham be exempt from complying with certain labor law requirements. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill exempts the town of Chatham from complying with certain labor law requirements, specifically sections 26 through 27G of chapter 149 of the General Laws, for projects estimated to cost $50,000 or less. The bill aims to provide the town with more flexibility and control over its local projects by waiving the prevailing wage requirement, which mandates that workers on public construction projects be paid at least the minimum wage set by the government for that type of work.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4729 (on 07/12/2018)

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