A bill that would extend higher wages for construction workers on more public works projects passed its first hurdle, but to the objection of the building industry. AB 199 met with stiff resistance from dozens who packed the Assembly Labor and Employment committee. One of those testifying in opposition was...
More reaction to passing of AB 199: fair wages or home killer?
A bill that would extend higher wages for construction workers on more public works projects passed its first hurdle, but to the objection of the building industry. AB 199 met with stiff resistance from dozens who packed the Assembly Labor and Employment committee. One of those testifying in opposition was...
Consequences of labor bill would put home prices out of reach
Industry experts say the unintended consequences of a labor law would lead to a dramatic increase in home prices, putting it out of reach for many. AB 199, authored by Assemblyman Kansen Chu (D-San Jose) is supposed extend wage protections (known as the prevailing wage rate) for public projects at...
Consequences of labor bill would put home prices out of reach
Industry experts say the unintended consequences of a labor law would lead to a dramatic increase in home prices, putting it out of reach for many. AB 199, authored by Assemblyman Kansen Chu (D-San Jose) is supposed extend wage protections (known as the prevailing wage rate) for public projects at...
Change in law could increase home prices
A bill circulating in Sacramento could make home buying just a little bit harder. AB 199 would apply prevailing wages for labor building private homes, with those in the building industry saying that would have a drastic effect on home prices. Prevailing wages are similar to a state-mandated minimum wage,...
Change in law could increase home prices
A bill circulating in Sacramento could make home buying just a little bit harder. AB 199 would apply prevailing wages for labor building private homes, with those in the building industry saying that would have a drastic effect on home prices. Prevailing wages are similar to a state-mandated minimum wage,...