A bill requiring prevailing wage to be paid at the time work is delivered presents implementation challenges for cities.

SB 5726 requires that wages paid to laborers of public works will be no less than the latest prevailing wage rate in effect at the time the work is performed. Several changes recently made to the bill on the Senate floor could confuse the bidding process and would create a requirement for excessive change orders. Read our summary of those amendments and prior coverage of the bill for background.

While AWC supports the underlying intent of the bill, we have several concerns about cities’ ability to sustainably implement the policy. We encourage cities to communicate your concerns with the impact of the bill this week while it is considered by the House. Contact your legislator and testify or submit written comments to the Committee. AWC continues to advocate for a more streamlined bill.

Communicate your concerns with the impact of the bill this week.

Date to remember

SB 5726 is scheduled for public hearing in the House Labor & Workplace Standards Committee on Wednesday, March 22, at 8 am.