An Act relative to timely public payments for work not included in original construction contracts
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses situations where public projects require additional work beyond the original construction contract. It aims to ensure that contractors are paid promptly for these changes or additions to the project scope, preventing delays and financial hardship. The bill seeks to establish a clear process for approving and paying for such work, promoting fairness and efficiency in public construction projects. It intends to streamline the payment process for contractors performing work not initially included in the original contract.
Key provisions
- Requires timely approval of change orders for public construction projects.
- Establishes a process for contractors to submit claims for additional work.
- Mandates a timeframe for the public entity to review and approve these claims.
- Specifies payment terms for approved change orders.
- Addresses potential penalties for delayed payments.
- Requires public entities to maintain accurate records of change orders and payments.
Who is affected
- Construction Contractors
- State and Local Government Agencies
- Taxpayers
- Construction Industry
- Public Project Beneficiaries
Notable changes
- Clarifies the responsibility of public entities to promptly review and approve change orders.
- Establishes a timeline for payment processing.
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Sponsors
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5 on record
Primary sponsor
William C. Galvin
Cosponsors
William C. Galvin
William F. MacGregor
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