SB5447 amends wage definitions for skilled journeypersons in high-hazard facilities in Washington.

SB5447 amends the definitions in Washington state law to clarify wage standards for skilled journeypersons in high-hazard facilities. It specifies that a skilled journeyperson must be paid at least the prevailing wage rate for their occupation and geographic area, with exceptions for public works projects and minimum hourly rates. The bill also defines "skilled journeyperson" as a worker meeting specific criteria, including being in the 75th percentile of wages for their occupation and area, and having either graduated from an approved apprenticeship program or having equivalent on-the-job.

SB5447 amends wage definitions for skilled journeypersons in high-hazard facilities in Washington.

SB5447 amends the definitions in Washington state law to clarify wage standards for skilled journeypersons in high-hazard facilities. It specifies that a skilled journeyperson must be paid at least the prevailing wage rate for their occupation and geographic area, with exceptions for public works projects and minimum hourly rates. The bill also defines "skilled journeyperson" as a worker meeting specific criteria, including being in the 75th percentile of wages for their occupation and area, and having either graduated from an approved apprenticeship program or having equivalent on-the-job.