This bill mandates that all employers or contractors engaged in work for a public body must register with the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (DOLWD) and submit certified payroll records to both the DOLWD and the relevant public entity. This requirement extends beyond the current law, which only applies to employers and contractors involved in public work subject to prevailing wage laws. The bill clarifies the definition of a public body to include the State of New Jersey, its political subdivisions, and any authorities or agencies created by the Legislature. Additionally, it defines "work for a public body" to encompass a wide range of activities, including construction, maintenance, and any work funded by public body resources.

The bill also enhances the authority of the commissioner of the DOLWD to investigate and inspect records related to wages and employment conditions for workers engaged in public body work. It stipulates that if an employer fails to provide requested records within ten days, the commissioner can direct the withholding of up to 25% of payments due to the employer under the contract. This provision aims to ensure compliance with wage and employment regulations for all contractors working with public bodies, thereby promoting transparency and accountability in public contracting.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 34:11-56.50, 34:11-56.51, 34:11-56.31