An Act protecting honest employers by creating construction private attorney general actions
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to protect honest construction employers in Massachusetts by establishing a process for private attorney general actions related to wage and hour violations. It creates a mechanism for private lawsuits against employers who violate labor laws, allowing for enforcement of these regulations. The goal is to ensure fair labor practices and deter wage theft within the construction industry. This legislation builds upon previous efforts to strengthen wage enforcement in the state.
Key provisions
- Allows private lawsuits to be filed by a private attorney general.
- Focuses on wage and hour violations in the construction industry.
- Provides a legal framework for addressing wage theft.
- Aims to increase accountability for employers regarding labor law compliance.
- Establishes a process for investigating and prosecuting wage and hour violations.
Who is affected
- Construction employers
- Construction workers
- Massachusetts residents
- Wage and hour enforcement agencies
- Legal professionals
Notable changes
- Creates a new avenue for private enforcement of labor laws.
- Expands upon existing efforts to combat wage theft.
- Potentially strengthens the ability of the Attorney General to investigate and prosecute labor law violations.
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Sponsors
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9 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Michael D. Brady
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