H7961Introduced in the House
Makes construction contractors civilly liable and/or jointly civilly liable for any claims of wage theft or nonpayment from an employee against the contractor, its subcontractors and any subcontractor.
Introduced by David Bennett, District 20
What does this bill do?
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Official description
LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- PAYMENT OF WAGES - Makes construction contractors civilly liable and/or jointly civilly liable for any claims of wage theft or nonpayment from an employee against the contractor, its subcontractors and any subcontractor.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
March 18, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced, referred to House Labor
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/18/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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