CO HB1070

Requires contractors and subcontractors on state public works contracts exceeding $100,000 to pay workers prevailing wages and fringe benefits as established by the federal Department of Labor

Mandates contractors submit weekly certified payroll records to the Division of Labor, post prevailing wage rates at work sites, and file written statements certifying unpaid wages before final payment

Establishes enforcement mechanisms including contract termination, payment withholding, civil penalties of 2-3 times unpaid wages for willful violations, and debarment for contractors with multiple violations within 3 years

Creates a private right of action allowing workers to sue for unpaid wages plus liquidated damages and attorney fees, and allows workers to file complaints with the director

Creates a prevailing wage enforcement fund supported by penalty payments to fund director investigations and enforcement activities