Concerning misclassification in the finishing trades on public works projects.

This bill requires the Department of Labor and Industries to investigate potential misclassification of independent contractors in the finishing trades on public works projects. If a contractor uses three or more independent contractors for the same type of finishing work at the same time, an investigation can be triggered by various parties, including workers and labor organizations. If misclassification is found, the contractor will face penalties and be subject to requirements under existing labor laws.

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