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Summary
The bill lets city governments create ordinances that give bidding preference to contractors who participate in apprenticeship and training programs for public construction projects costing over $1 million. It also permits cities to establish prevailing‑wage rates and adopt minimum‑wage rules that exceed state and federal levels. These changes aim to strengthen local labor standards and job training on major public works.
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