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S 1288

An Act clarifying the prevailing wage law

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Mike Brady

Massachusetts bill clarifies prevailing wage requirements for public construction projects, affecting worker pay standards and project labor costs statewide.

Hearing scheduled for 10/28/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-1
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Bill Summary · S 1288

Legislative bill overview

S 1288 seeks to clarify and amend Massachusetts' prevailing wage law, which requires workers on public construction projects to be paid at rates determined by the Department of Labor. The bill addresses ambiguities or gaps in the existing prevailing wage statute to establish clearer standards for wage calculations, employer obligations, or project eligibility.

Why is this important

Prevailing wage laws significantly affect construction industry labor costs and worker compensation on publicly funded projects. Clarifications to this law directly impact construction companies bidding on government contracts, workers' take-home pay, and project budgetary outcomes across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost implications for public projects: Clearer prevailing wage standards may increase labor costs on state and local government construction projects, potentially affecting budgets and project timelines
  • Labor vs. business interests: Worker advocates may seek stronger protections and wage floors, while construction contractors may push for flexibility or exemptions for certain project types
  • Definitional disputes: Disagreements over which workers, job categories, or project types qualify for prevailing wage protections, and how wage rates are calculated and adjusted

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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