SB00471

An Act Concerning The Use Of Apprentices On Prevailing Wage Public Works Projects.

Introduced·3/6/26

Connecticut SB00471 mandates prevailing wage rates for public works projects and requires a minimum percentage of apprentices for large contracts.

Connecticut SB00471 establishes that contracts for public works projects must pay wages at least equal to the prevailing rate for the same work in the same trade or occupation in the town where the project is located. The bill also requires that a minimum percentage of apprentices be used on public works contracts exceeding ten million dollars, with the percentage increasing over three years. Contractors found to have knowingly or willfully employed workers at less than the required wage rates may face termination of their contracts and potential fines.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

GAE Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable Substitute)

16 Yea

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3 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 13

12:00 AM

Government Administration and Elections Public Hearing

History

Apr 9

Senate

Reported Out of Legislative Commissioners' Office

Apr 9

Senate

Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, Senate

Apr 9

Senate

Senate Calendar Number 341