The proposed bill seeks to amend the Living Wage Act of 2006, establishing a new living wage rate for District of Columbia government contractors and recipients of government assistance. Starting January 1, 2025, the living wage will be set at $17.50 per hour, with an increase to $17.95 per hour on July 1, 2025. This requirement will apply to contracts valued at $100,000 or more, as well as to subcontractors receiving $15,000 or more, and to recipients of government assistance of $100,000 or more and their subcontractors receiving $50,000 or more. The bill also outlines specific exemptions from the living wage requirement, including contracts subject to higher federal wage determinations and existing collective bargaining agreements.

In addition to the living wage provisions, the bill includes updates to wage determinations for various occupations, introducing new wage rates for roles such as Accounting Clerk II and III, and Administrative Assistant, while also deleting previous wage rates for certain positions like Customer Service Representative I and Dishwasher. The bill emphasizes compliance with wage standards and outlines enforcement mechanisms through the Department of Employment Services, ensuring that contractors adhere to the updated living wage requirements and providing a process for filing claims in cases of non-compliance. Overall, the bill aims to enhance fair compensation for workers in the District of Columbia.