This bill amends the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act by updating definitions related to public works contracts. Specifically, it revises the definition of "public body" to include public utilities, and introduces a new definition for "public utility" that aligns with existing legal definitions while excluding electric distribution companies. Additionally, the definition of "public work" is modified to specify that, in the context of public utilities, it pertains only to underground infrastructure work.

Furthermore, the bill adds a new definition for "underground infrastructure work," which encompasses various types of construction and maintenance activities related to underground systems owned or maintained by public utilities. These changes aim to clarify the scope of work covered under the prevailing wage requirements and ensure that specific types of utility work are appropriately categorized. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 1468 (Feb 27, 2026): P.L.987, No.442