AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- STATE PURCHASES
This bill requires state-funded public works projects involving glass installation to hire certified workers, with the number of certified employees on each crew increasing from one to 50% over a four-year period starting in 2024. It defines "public works projects" broadly to include any construction or renovation undertaken by the state, municipalities, or schools that exceed specific spending thresholds, such as one million dollars for renovations or five million dollars for new construction. The Department of Labor and Training is tasked with enforcing these rules, which include holding hearings for violations and imposing fines or license revocations for non-compliance.
Bill status
died
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Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Apr 17, 2026
Last action Apr 30, 2026
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Committee
1
Apr 30, 2026
Committee
04/30/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
legislature
Apr 17, 2026
Introduced
04/17/2026 Introduced, referred to House Labor
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6 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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