To establish reciprocity with other states so that contractors who are debarred for wage theft in those states are also recognized as debarred in Connecticut.
2/21/2019: Labor and Public Employees Public Hearing (00:00 2/21/2019 )
To exempt parties of certain commercial and state set-aside construction contracts from statutory prompt payment provisions if they explicitly agree to different payment terms in a written construction contract, and to shorten the time periods for required...
To permit local building officials to establish and assess a fee for any work commenced on a building or structure or electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system without the requisite permit to undertake such work.
To permit municipalities that employ a fire marshal or fire inspector to contract with qualified inspectors for the performance of any portion of an inspection required by state law.
To reduce all existing fees for initial occupational licenses, certifications and registrations by seventy-five per cent and increase existing fees for renewals of such licenses, certifications and registrations to account for the lost revenue.
2/19/2019: General Law Public Hearing (00:00 2/19/2019 )
To require contractors and subcontractors applying to the Department of Administrative Services for prequalification to state whether they have had any occupational safety and health act violations.
2/15/2019: Government Administration and Elections Public Hearing (00:00 2/15/2019 )
To create a construction job career path for low-income residents and ensure successful employment through state hiring requirements in state construction contracts.
2/14/2019: Labor and Public Employees Public Hearing (00:00 2/14/2019 )
To link employers in the green technology industry with institutions for higher education to increase job opportunities, improve energy efficiency and reduce energy costs.
To establish a task force to identify high-growth, high-demand jobs and analyze the implementation and creation of partnerships that provide apprenticeship opportunities for such jobs.
To prohibit an employer from coercing employees into attending or participating in meetings sponsored by the employer concerning the employer's views on political or religious matters.
