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SB 247

Building service employees; public contracting.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jennifer Boysko and 1 co-sponsor

Virginia bill requires building service workers on public contracts to earn prevailing wages, raising labor standards but increasing project costs for taxpayers and public agencies.

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Bill Summary · SB 247

Legislative bill overview

SB 247 establishes prevailing wage requirements for building service employees (janitors, security guards, maintenance workers, etc.) on public construction and service contracts in Virginia. The bill mandates that these workers receive wages comparable to union scale rates when employed on state-funded projects.

Why is this important

Building service workers often earn low wages with minimal benefits. This bill would directly increase compensation and job standards for thousands of Virginia workers on public contracts, potentially setting precedent for private sector practices. It also affects project costs for state agencies and localities that hire building service contractors.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost impact: Prevailing wage requirements increase contractor bids, raising taxpayer costs for public construction and building maintenance services
  • Labor market effects: Supporters argue it protects workers; opponents contend it may reduce hiring or favor unionized contractors, limiting competition
  • Scope and definition: Disagreement over which employees qualify as "building service employees" and which public contracts should be covered under the requirement

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

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