Whether it's Federal Davis-Bacon, a state-specific prevailing wage law, or both, it's important to recognize that all states have requirements governing proper payment to workers on public work projects. It is the responsibility of all those involved, whether you are a local agency, developer, general contractor, or subcontractor, to stay up to date with frequently changing prevailing wage requirements.
Select your state from the drop-down menu to see the applicable prevailing wage laws in your area.
In 1955 Hawai’i enacted its own “little Davis-Bacon” (HRS 104) extending coverage of the act to state and county construction projects costing more than $2,000 and over $500,000 to non-profit bidders on experimental and demonstration housing projects.
The Director of Labor and Industrial Relations determines and publishes wage rate schedules and increases to the rates.
