A U.S. Court of Appeal in the 3rd Circuit has held that "reckless misclassification” of workers under Davis-Bacon can result in a contractor being liable for charges under the False Claims Act. This is significant because intent to defraud the government is not required and could apply to … [Read more...] about “Reckless Misclassification” Under Davis-Bacon Act Can Result in False Claims Act Liability
US DOL to Update Davis-Bacon Act
In the coming months, the US Department of Labor will be rolling out new regulations relating to workers and contractors. And in November, the Department proposes to update and modernize the regulations implementing the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts to provide greater clarity and enhance their … [Read more...] about US DOL to Update Davis-Bacon Act
Oregon Makes Prevailing Wage the Union Wage
In the 2021 congressional session, Oregon passed multiple laws, including SB 493 which sets the prevailing wage as the union-negotiated wage for that area. It used to be determined using an annual employer survey. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about Oregon Makes Prevailing Wage the Union Wage
Oregon’s “100 Clean Electricity” Bill to Require Prevailing Wages on Projects
The Oregon Legislature approved the "100% Clean Electricity" bill and committed to zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. Similar commitments from California and Washington means a 100% clean west coast. Part of the bill requires prevailing wage and benefits for any new energy project 10 megawatts … [Read more...] about Oregon’s “100 Clean Electricity” Bill to Require Prevailing Wages on Projects
NYC Commits to Providing Prevailing Wages to Security Guards at City Contracted Shelters
The City will commit $40.5 million in their new budget to increase the wages for City contracted shelter security guards to approximately $18/hour--in addition to benefits like health care. It will take effect on October 1, 2021. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about NYC Commits to Providing Prevailing Wages to Security Guards at City Contracted Shelters
US Senate Passes $52 Million Bill to Spend on Semiconductor Chips
The U.S. Innovation and Competition Act was passed by the US Senate earlier this week to direct $52 million in emergency spending to incentivize US manufacturers of semiconductor chips. Any funded projects would have to pay workers prevailing wages. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about US Senate Passes $52 Million Bill to Spend on Semiconductor Chips