The proposed bill seeks to amend the Living Wage Act of 2006, establishing a new living wage requirement for government contract recipients in the District of Columbia. Effective January 1, 2025, the living wage will be set at $17.50 per hour, increasing to $17.95 per hour on July 1, 2025. This requirement applies to contracts valued at $100,000 or more, as well as to subcontractors receiving $15,000 or more from these contracts. Additionally, government assistance recipients receiving $100,000 or more, along with subcontractors receiving $50,000 or more, will also be subject to these living wage provisions.

The bill defines "affiliated employee" and outlines specific exemptions from the living wage requirement, including contracts governed by higher federal wage determinations, collective bargaining agreements, and certain service contracts. It emphasizes the enforcement of these provisions by the Department of Employment Services and the D.C. Office of Contracting and Procurement, mandating that payroll records be maintained for at least three years and that employees are informed of their rights under the law. Overall, the legislation aims to ensure fair compensation and working conditions for employees engaged in federal contract work.