Davis-Bacon Act
/ˈdeɪvɪs ˈbeɪkən ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A U.S. federal law requiring payment of local prevailing wages on public works projects funded by the federal government.
The contractor must comply with the Davis-Bacon Act to ensure fair wages for construction workers.
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- davis-bacon act
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Commentary
Commonly referenced in construction and labor law; enforcement hinges on proper wage determination and certified payroll records.
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