As part of the new framework, it is expected that 6,000 additional solar jobs will be created across the state, including with the State's first application of prevailing wage requirements for solar projects between one and five megawatts. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about New York Approves New Framework to Achieve Ten Gigawatts of Distributed Solar by 2030
New Decision Says Periodic Inspection and Testing of Fire or Security Systems NOT Subject to Illinois Prevailing Wage Act
A district court in Illinois found that periodic inspection and/or testing of fire or security alarm equipment and systems is NOT subject to the Prevailing Wage Act. However, software programming done on site as part of installing a fire or security system WOULD be subject tothe … [Read more...] about New Decision Says Periodic Inspection and Testing of Fire or Security Systems NOT Subject to Illinois Prevailing Wage Act
Michigan to Require Prevailing Wages on Contracts from the Department of Technology, Management & Budget
As of March 1, 2022, Michigan state contractors and subcontractors will be required to pay prevailing wages on construction-based contracts issued by the Department of Technology, Management & Budget. The State's website provides additional guidance. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about Michigan to Require Prevailing Wages on Contracts from the Department of Technology, Management & Budget
Expanded Prevailing Wage Law Goes into Effect in NY on January 1
The expansion of prevailing wage law in New York will become effective on January 1, 2022. This means that more construction projects will be subject to prevailing wage requirements in a matter of days. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about Expanded Prevailing Wage Law Goes into Effect in NY on January 1
Illinois DOL to Introduce Searchable Prevailing Wage Database
Beginning January 1, 2022, the public will be able to search certified payrolls submitted to Illinois Department of Labor's database. This is an effort to increase transparency. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about Illinois DOL to Introduce Searchable Prevailing Wage Database
Oregon to Receive $5 Billion from Infrastructure Bill
Now that the U.S. House has passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, President Biden is expected to sign it into law shortly. States will be receiving funding for infrastructure investments. For example, Oregon is expected to receive $5 Billion. See here for more information: … [Read more...] about Oregon to Receive $5 Billion from Infrastructure Bill