Prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements on public works
Prince George's County
Summary
CB-062-2026, amended in committee, would require contractors on public works projects to employ workers from registered apprenticeship programs and boost damages for violations — aimed at building the local skilled-trades pipeline.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 29, 2026.
Impact analysis
Could raise labor compliance costs for county public-works contractors; no dollar figure was stated.
Apprentices and workers in registered skilled-trades programs, who get more public-works job opportunities.
Contractors who don't use registered apprentices could face new requirements and higher damages.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Committee of the Whole - Jun 29, 2026
CB-062-2026, amended in committee, would require contractors on public works projects to employ workers from registered apprenticeship programs and boost damages for violations — aimed at building the local skilled-trades pipeline.
Committee of the Whole - Jun 9, 2026
CB-062-2026 would require contractors on county public works to employ registered apprentices and would increase penalties for wage theft. It was held so amendments from the County Executive's office can be worked through.
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