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.
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According to the Bureau of Wage & Hour Administration, Ohio’s prevailing wage law covers public improvements costing at least $78,258 or reconstruction work that is at least $23,477. Prevailing wage rates for covered work would be applicable to laborers, workers, or mechanics during the life of the contract for work performed.
