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.

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.