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AB 1859: Public works.
What AB 1859 does, verified August 15, 2026
The bill aims to add a new section to the Labor Code relating to public works. It requires awarding bodies and owners to give reasonable access to representatives of a joint labor management committee to monitor compliance with prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements. The committee can bring an action against those that deny access, resulting in civil penalties and costs. The bill also expands the definition of a crime and imposes a state-mandated local program. No reimbursement is required for certain costs associated with implementing this act.
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Last action: In committee: Held under submission. (2026-08-13)Alert me
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| Aug. 13, 2026 | In committee: Held under submission. |
| Aug. 03, 2026 | In committee: Referred to APPR. suspense file. |
| Jul. 01, 2026 | From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 10. Noes 2.) (June 30). Re-referred to Com. on APPR. |
| Jun. 24, 2026 | From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on JUD. (Ayes 4. Noes 1.) (June 24). Re-referred to Com. on JUD. |
| Jun. 10, 2026 | Referred to Coms. on L., P.E. & R. and JUD. |