Maryland HB1352 establishes worker residency requirements for state procurement contracts, particularly for large public work projects.

Maryland HB1352 introduces worker residency requirements for state procurement contracts, particularly for large public work projects valued at $5 million or more. The bill mandates that at least 35% of apprenticeship hours for these projects must be performed by state residents. Contractors failing to meet these requirements are liable for penalties. The bill also outlines conditions under which a person may be debarred from entering into a contract with the state, including criminal convictions and violations of certain laws.

Maryland HB1352 establishes worker residency requirements for state procurement contracts, particularly for large public work projects.

Maryland HB1352 introduces worker residency requirements for state procurement contracts, particularly for large public work projects valued at $5 million or more. The bill mandates that at least 35% of apprenticeship hours for these projects must be performed by state residents. Contractors failing to meet these requirements are liable for penalties. The bill also outlines conditions under which a person may be debarred from entering into a contract with the state, including criminal convictions and violations of certain laws.