Kentucky HB344 allows cities to set prevailing wages for public works projects over $1 million and negotiate project workforce agreements.
Kentucky HB344 provides cities with the authority to establish prevailing wage rates for public works projects estimated to cost at least one million dollars. The applicable legislative body can enact ordinances defining classifications, wage rates, and processes for compliance. The bill also allows cities to negotiate project workforce agreements, including wage rates above state and federal minimums, for public construction projects over $1 million. These agreements must guarantee the use of contractors registered with an apprenticeship and training program.
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