An Act relative to fair wages on government subsidized construction projects
This bill requires that workers on government-subsidized construction projects in Massachusetts receive wages at least equal to the rates set by the state commissioner. It specifically applies to projects funded through various tax incentives, such as tax increment financing plans, historic rehabilitation tax credits, and housing development programs. The law mandates that employers submit weekly certified payroll reports to the granting authority and allows any interested party to request copies of these records for inspection. By tying wage standards to existing tax relief mechanisms, the measure aims to ensure fair compensation for mechanics, laborers, and apprentices on publicly supported building work.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
Senate Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023
Last action May 15, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
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