CT SB00366

Authorizes the Labor Commissioner to issue citations and fines of $5,000 per offense to contractors and subcontractors who knowingly or willfully pay workers below prevailing wage rates on public works projects.

Requires first-time violators to be disqualified from bidding on state or political subdivision contracts until full restitution of back wages is made, plus an additional six-month disqualification period.

Imposes stricter penalties for subsequent violations, requiring disqualification until back wages are fully restored plus an additional two-year disqualification period.

Allows the Attorney General to file civil actions to recover unpaid fines and wages with interest, and to debar contractors for up to five years when multiple violations occur within a five-year period.

Permits state and political subdivision contracting officers to terminate contractor work and withhold payment if prevailing wage violations are discovered, with notification to the Labor Commissioner required within two days.