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HB 2688

Relating to the application of a prevailing rate of wage to off-site custom work for use in public works; and prescribing an effective date.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Ben Bowman and 15 co-sponsors

Oregon law now requires prevailing wage rates for workers manufacturing custom materials off-site for public works projects, effective September 26, 2025.

Chapter 612, (2025 Laws): Effective date September 26, 2025.
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Bill Summary · HB 2688

Legislative bill overview

HB 2688 extends prevailing wage requirements to off-site custom work used in public works projects in Oregon. Previously, prevailing wage laws applied only to work performed directly on public works sites; this bill closes that loophole by requiring contractors who manufacture or customize materials off-site for use in public projects to pay prevailing wages to those workers.

Why is this important

This affects labor costs for public construction projects and worker compensation in manufacturing sectors. It determines whether workers producing specialized materials for government-funded infrastructure must earn union-scale wages, impacting both project budgets and worker earnings across Oregon's construction supply chain.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost implications: General contractors and project budgets may increase if suppliers must pay prevailing wages for off-site work, potentially raising public infrastructure costs
  • Competitive impact: Small manufacturers and custom shops may face higher compliance costs compared to larger operations with existing prevailing wage infrastructure
  • Scope definition: The practical boundaries of what constitutes "custom work for use in public works" versus standard manufacturing may create disputes and compliance uncertainty

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

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