The bill aims to restore local government control over wages, compensation, and benefits for construction projects by amending existing Kansas statutes K.S.A. 12-16,132 and K.S.A. 19-26,114. It declares that any city ordinance or county resolution that conflicts with K.S.A. 12-16,130 is void and against the public policy of the state. The bill removes the references to K.S.A. 12-16,131 in both sections, thereby streamlining the legal framework governing local wage and benefit regulations.
Additionally, the bill repeals the existing sections K.S.A. 12-16,132 and 19-26,114, which may indicate a significant shift in how local governments can manage construction project compensation. The act will take effect upon its publication in the statute book, signaling a prompt implementation of these changes to local governance regarding construction wages and benefits.
Statutes affected: As Introduced: 12-16, 19-26
As introduced: 12-16, 19-26