An Act relative to wage theft

This bill creates a new legal mechanism allowing specific groups to sue construction companies in Massachusetts for unpaid wages. It permits employers, labor unions, and organizations representing multiple construction firms to file lawsuits on behalf of workers who have not been paid what they earned. The law defines wage theft broadly to include failures to pay under various state statutes and contract requirements within the construction industry. By enabling these groups to act as private attorneys general, the bill aims to combat unfair competition caused by non-payment and ensure compliance with wage laws across private and public construction projects.