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, increasing to $17.95 per hour on July 1, 2025. This requirement applies to contracts and government assistance of $100,000 or more, and subcontractors must also comply based on the amounts they receive. The bill clarifies the definition of "affiliated employee" to include individuals directly compensated through government contracts or assistance, while excluding those performing only incidental services.

Additionally, the bill outlines exemptions from the living wage requirement for contracts subject to higher federal wage determinations, existing collective bargaining agreements, and certain service contracts related to utilities or emergency responses. It also provides provisions for employees under 22 years of age working part-time during school vacations and employees of small nonprofit organizations. The bill emphasizes compliance and reporting mechanisms, allowing employees to file complaints if they believe their rights under the Living Wage Act are being violated, thereby promoting fair labor practices and economic stability for the workforce.