The bill amends the existing law regarding prevailing wages and fringe benefits on certain projects in Michigan, specifically by introducing new definitions and categories related to broadband service and energy facilities. It defines terms such as "broadband developer," "broadband service," and "broadband service project," which includes various forms of broadband infrastructure work. The bill also clarifies that broadband service projects funded through specific federal acts are excluded from this definition. Additionally, it expands the definition of "state project" to include broadband service projects alongside energy facility projects, thereby ensuring that these projects are subject to the same prevailing wage requirements.

Furthermore, the bill updates the definitions of various roles and entities involved in state projects, including the roles of contracting agents and the types of energy facilities. It specifies that a "private contracting agent" can now include contracts for both energy facility projects and broadband service projects. The amendments aim to enhance the clarity and scope of the law, ensuring that both broadband and energy projects adhere to the same standards for wages and benefits, thereby promoting fair labor practices in these critical infrastructure sectors.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 408.1101