Bill H.335 aims to enhance transparency and accountability in payroll practices for employers and subcontractors involved in State construction projects. The bill mandates that these entities maintain accurate payroll records for all employees, which must include specific details such as the employee's name, address, hours worked, wages paid, rate of pay, and classification. These records are required to be submitted weekly to the overseeing State agency, accompanied by a signed verification of accuracy from the employer or subcontractor. Additionally, the records must be preserved for three years following the completion of the project and are subject to inspection by the Commissioner of Labor or the Attorney General.

The bill also introduces provisions for public access to these payroll records under the Vermont Public Records Act, ensuring that the information can be inspected or copied by the public. Notably, the bill specifies that certain subsections of the existing law will not apply to maintenance or construction projects carried out by the Agency of Transportation and the Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 29-161