To require that wages paid under a Federal contract are greater than the local poverty line, and for other purposes.
Livable Wage Act - Prohibits Federal executive agencies from entering into any contract which does not require that the wages and benefits paid under that Federal contract (and its subcontracts) be greater than the poverty line for a family of four in the local area.
Makes such wage requirement inapplicable to: (1) bona fide job training or apprenticeship programs; or (2) contracts with businesses with 50 or fewer employees.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E499)
Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform and Oversight. period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Government Management, Information and Technology.
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