Bill
H 1810
Overview: H 1810 - An Act protecting honest employers by creating construction private attorney general actionsPurpose and Intent: This bill aims to combat wage theft and other lab
Overview: H 1810 - An Act protecting honest employers by creating construction private attorney general actions
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to combat wage theft and other labor law violations in the construction industry by empowering workers and employers to take legal action against noncompliant businesses.
Key Provisions:
- Allows construction workers to file private lawsuits against their employers for violations of wage, hour, and safety laws
- Authorizes "honest" construction employers to sue competitors who undercut labor costs through illegal practices
- Imposes treble damages and attorney's fees on businesses found guilty of wage theft or other labor violations
- Requires the state to establish a public database of construction companies with histories of noncompliance
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Construction workers who experience wage theft or other labor law violations
- "Honest" construction companies that compete with businesses engaging in illegal labor practices
- State agencies responsible for enforcing labor laws in the construction industry
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill is scheduled for a public hearing on July 29, 2025
- If enacted, the new private right of action and other provisions would take effect 6 months after the bill becomes law
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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