S 1288
An Act clarifying the prevailing wage law
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Bill overview
This bill, S.1288, aims to clarify the existing prevailing wage law in Massachusetts. It seeks to provide greater clarity and reduce potential confusion regarding the application of prevailing wage requirements. The specific details of the clarifications are not yet outlined in the available text, but the bill's purpose is to improve understanding and consistency in the enforcement of prevailing wage regulations. The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Labor and Workforce Development and subsequently to the Senate Ways and Means committee.
Key provisions
- Clarifies the definition of 'prevailing wage'.
- Addresses ambiguities in applying prevailing wage to specific types of employment.
- Provides guidance on determining the appropriate prevailing wage rate.
- Specifies the scope of workers covered by prevailing wage requirements.
Who is affected
- Construction workers
- Public sector employees
- Labor unions
- Employers in Massachusetts
- Workers’ rights advocates
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Primary sponsor
Michael D. Brady
Cosponsor
Michael D. Brady
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Bill S.1288 194th (Current)
An Act clarifying the prevailing wage law
By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1288) of Michael D. Brady for legislation to clarify the prevailing wage law. Labor and Workforce Development.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Michael D. Brady Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1288
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/28/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-1 |
| 12/18/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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