The Department of Labor recently published a new rule regarding the Davis-Bacon Act and its wage requirements for construction workers. This is the first major change in 40 years. The new rule will take effect on October 23, 2023. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about New Davis-Bacon Wage Requirements Effective October 23, 2023
US Treasury Provides Guidance on Wage and Apprenticeship Requirements
The U.S. Treasury recently released detailed guidance on wage and apprenticeship requirements for projects using clean energy tax credits. It provides flexibility for underpayment errors and for projects unable to hire apprentices. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about US Treasury Provides Guidance on Wage and Apprenticeship Requirements
President Biden to Restore Previous Definition of “Prevailing Wage”
The Biden administration intends to restore the definition of “prevailing wage” (previously abandoned four decades ago). The update would change how wages are calculated and would ultimately provide construction workers with more money. Reverting to the previous definition means the prevailing wage … [Read more...] about President Biden to Restore Previous Definition of “Prevailing Wage”
Illinois Now Requires Prevailing Wages on Solar Projects
A new Illinois law, in effect now, requires developers who apply to the Illinois Solar for All program to pay the prevailing wage on solar projects that receive renewable energy credits. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about Illinois Now Requires Prevailing Wages on Solar Projects
State’s Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Steps Down, but Programs Will Continue
The State Department's first Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Amb. Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley, stepped down from her role at the end of June. However, she said that the department’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility work will outlast any attempts to roll back these programs. … [Read more...] about State’s Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Steps Down, but Programs Will Continue
Huge $22 Million Wage Verdict for Overtime Violation
A 12-jury member recently awarded more than $22 million in back wages for 7,500 employees working for East Penn Manufacturing Company Inc., a large battery manufacturer, for failure to pay overtime. It is one of the largest wage verdicts in the Department of Labor history. See here for more … [Read more...] about Huge $22 Million Wage Verdict for Overtime Violation