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Substitute SB 63-02 would prompt L&I investigations of potential independent-contractor misclassification on public works

Washington State Senate Labor and Workplace Standards Committee · February 18, 2026
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Summary

Substitute SB 63-02 directs L&I to investigate referrals alleging misclassification of independent contractors on public-works finishing trades; the substitute creates an enforcement trigger (three or more contractors doing the same work) and was supported by labor and many contractor associations after negotiation.

The committee considered Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 63-02 on Feb. 18, which addresses worker misclassification on public-works projects. Under current law, independent contractors generally are not covered by prevailing-wage requirements; the bill requires the Department of Labor and Industries to investigate referrals alleging misclassification for certain finishing trades…

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