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Federal Construction Wages: New Statistical Method for Determining Prevailing Pay

This bill changes how the minimum hourly wage (the prevailing wage) is set for workers on federally funded construction projects (under the Davis-Bacon Act). The determination of these wages will now be handled by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) using rigorous, random statistical sampling techniques. This aims to ensure that the mandated wages more accurately reflect actual local market rates, potentially affecting worker pay and the overall cost of public projects.
Key points
The minimum wage for construction workers on federal contracts will be set by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), instead of the Secretary of Labor.
The law mandates the use of random statistical sampling techniques to determine these rates, aiming for greater market accuracy.
This change could impact the earnings of construction workers and the overall cost of taxpayer-funded public works.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8518
Sponsor: Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9]
Process start date: 2024-05-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Responsibility in Federal Contracting Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8518.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The minimum wage for construction workers on federal contracts will be set by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), instead of the Secretary of Labor.
  • The law mandates the use of random statistical sampling techniques to determine these rates, aiming for greater market accuracy.
  • This change could impact the earnings of construction workers and the overall cost of taxpayer-funded public works.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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