Committee advances construction wage-enforcement bill after amendment compromises

Jan 28, 2026

The committee reported House Bill 21 91 (construction wage enforcement) as amended with a due-pass recommendation (6–3). The substitute includes a 21-day right-to-cure for owners and direct contractors and narrows enforcement authority; several amendments to alter owner/subcontractor liability were considered.

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The Labor and Workplace Standards Committee on Jan. 28 reported House Bill 21 91 out of committee with a due-pass recommendation after extensive amendment debate.

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