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 delays in payments to contractors and subcontractors who perform work beyond the original scope of public construction projects. It aims to ensure that these workers are paid more promptly, preventing financial hardship and promoting fairness in public construction contracts. The bill seeks to establish a clearer process for identifying and compensating for such additional work. It intends to improve transparency and accountability in how public funds are disbursed for construction projects.
Key provisions
- Requires state agencies to identify and track work outside the original construction contract.
- Establishes a process for contractors and subcontractors to report additional work.
- Sets timelines for state agencies to review and approve payments for this additional work.
- Mandates that state agencies provide clear documentation of the scope of work and associated payments.
- Creates a mechanism for resolving disputes regarding payment for additional work.
Who is affected
- Contractors
- Subcontractors
- State Agencies involved in public construction
- Construction Industry Workers
Notable changes
- Addresses a common issue of delayed payments for work beyond the initial contract scope.
- Promotes transparency in public construction spending.
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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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