HB1259

In source selection and contract formation, providing for additional qualifications for public work projects; imposing duties on the Office of State Inspector General; and imposing penalties.

Introduced·4/17/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1259 establishes additional qualifications for contractors on public work projects, including skilled laborer percentages and.

Pennsylvania HB1259 amends Title 62 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to introduce new qualifications for contractors on public work projects. Contractors must maintain required registrations, comply with bonding and insurance laws, and avoid recent debarment or suspension. Subcontractors must also meet these criteria. The bill mandates a percentage of skilled craft laborers on projects, increasing from 50% in the first two years to 70% thereafter. Contractors must submit a list of subcontractors and ensure all workers are from or enrolled in an apprenticeship program.

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Current
Labor And Industry Committee
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History

Apr 17, 2025

House

Referred to Labor & Industry