An Act relative to timely public payments for work not included in original construction contracts

This bill requires construction contracts (including subcontracts) to include a clear 30-day timeline for approving or rejecting price increase requests for work not in the original contract. If a request isn't approved or rejected within 30 days, it's automatically approved for payment in the next progress payment. Rejections must be in writing with a factual/contractual explanation and certified as made in good faith, and any contract clause delaying dispute resolution beyond 60 days after rejection is void. It directly affects contractors and subcontractors seeking payment for additional work, ensuring timely responses to their requests.