State Law Updates

NJ Governor Phil Murphy signed a bill that expands the Public Works Contractor Registration Act to include all contractors subject to the prevailing wage. This will increase the State's oversight over prevailing wage law. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about New Jersey Expands Public Works Contractor Registration Act

Several new employment laws are now in effect in California for 2020. Specifically, AB 1768 expands the definition of “public works” to include work performed “during the design, site assessment, feasibility study, and other preconstruction phases of construction,” regardless of whether any … [Read more...] about CA Expands Definition of “Public Works”

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the "Illinois Works" legislation last week. The law includes a $25 million investment to recruit new apprentices to work on the State's construction projects and higher apprenticeship participation goals. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about Illinois Law Focuses on Recruiting Apprentices

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker announced a $23.5 billion transportation plan to work on statewide roads and bridges over the next five years. State Comptroller Susana Mendoza said her office will be watching as payments go out to make sure they’re in compliance with state laws. See here for … [Read more...] about Illinois Plans $23.5 Billion Transportation Project

Nevada's minimum wage will increase in 2020. Specifically, on July 1, 2020, the minimum wage will be $9 and $8 ($1 difference for health insurance). There will also be additional changes relating to time off, overtime pay requirements, etc.  See here for more information: … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Minimum Wage to Increase in 2020