H 2159
An Act relative to fair wages on government subsidized construction projects
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Bill overview
This bill, H.2159, aimed to establish minimum wage standards for workers on construction projects that receive government subsidies in Massachusetts. It sought to ensure fair compensation for these workers, potentially addressing concerns about low wages in the construction industry. The bill was referred to the Labor and Workforce Development committee and subsequently passed the Senate before being ultimately failed in the House. Similar legislation has been proposed in the past.
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