The proposed bill seeks to amend the Living Wage Act of 2006 by establishing new minimum wage rates for recipients of contracts and government assistance 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 starting July 1, 2025. This requirement applies to all recipients of contracts valued at $100,000 or more, as well as subcontractors receiving $15,000 or more from these contracts. The bill also defines "affiliated employees" as those directly compensated through government contracts or assistance, while excluding individuals performing only incidental services.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific exemptions from the living wage requirement, including contracts subject to higher federal wage determinations, collective bargaining agreements, and certain service contracts related to utilities or emergency responses. Recipients and subcontractors are mandated to inform their affiliated employees of these wage requirements and maintain payroll records for at least three years. The enforcement of the Living Wage Act will be overseen by the Department of Employment Services and the D.C. Office of Contracting and Procurement, ensuring compliance with the new wage standards.