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SB 675

State Finance and Procurement - Prevailing Wage Rate - Calculation

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Alonzo Washington

Maryland bill to modify how prevailing wage rates are calculated for state-funded construction projects; currently withdrawn from consideration.

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Bill Summary · SB 675

Legislative bill overview

SB 675 would modify how prevailing wage rates are calculated for state-funded construction and procurement projects in Maryland. The bill, introduced by Alonzo Washington, would change the methodology used to determine the wages that contractors must pay workers on public works projects.

Why is this important

Prevailing wage calculations directly affect labor costs on publicly-funded projects, influencing both worker compensation and overall project budgets. Changes to how these rates are determined can impact project timelines, contractor bidding, and worker earnings across the construction industry.

Potential points of contention

  • Labor vs. business interests: Labor advocates may argue changes could reduce worker protections and wages, while business groups may argue current calculations inflate project costs unnecessarily
  • Calculation methodology: Different calculation approaches (survey-based, historical averages, regional variations, etc.) have different economic effects that stakeholders would debate
  • Project cost impacts: Changes could increase or decrease state spending on construction projects depending on the direction of rate adjustments

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

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