An Act clarifying the prevailing wage law
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to expand the scope of the prevailing wage law in Massachusetts to include inspections, testing, and repairs of fire protection systems. Currently, these services may not be covered under the existing prevailing wage regulations. The bill seeks to ensure that workers performing these essential safety tasks receive fair wages and benefits. It clarifies that these activities are subject to the prevailing wage requirements.
Key provisions
- Includes inspection, testing, and repair of fire protection systems under the prevailing wage law.
- Applies to contractors and subcontractors performing these services.
- Ensures workers receive wages and benefits consistent with prevailing wage rates.
- Addresses potential gaps in current prevailing wage regulations.
- Clarifies the scope of work covered by the law.
Who is affected
- Fire protection system contractors
- Subcontractors performing fire protection work
- Workers in the fire protection industry
- Massachusetts residents
- Businesses utilizing fire protection systems
Notable changes
- Expands the existing prevailing wage law to cover a previously unregulated area.
- Addresses potential wage discrepancies for workers in fire protection services.
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