SHB 2191: Concerning workers' wages and benefits in the construction industry.
Did not pass. The 2025-26 session has ended.
- Sponsor
- Cortes
- Introduced
- January 12, 2026
- Status
- H Rules X
- Last action
- House Rules "X" file. (February 19, 2026)
- As of
- October 16, 2026, 5:15 AM Pacific, from the Legislature’s records
What this bill does
Establishes liability and other accountability mechanisms for certain property owners and contractors when a direct contractor or subcontractor on a construction project fails to pay employees' wages or benefits.
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