What is the difference between the Davis-Bacon Act and the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act?
A. The Davis-Bacon Act (DBA) pertains to public construction projects awarded by a federal agency, such as work on military bases and U.S. Postal Service buildings. Certified payrolls must be filed with the proper federal agency. The New Jersey Wage and Hour office does not monitor projects which are covered exclusively by the DBA. The New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act applies to public works contracts awarded by the state, a political subdivision of the state or a regional school board. Examples of projects covered by the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act include schools, roads, water and sewer systems, airports, dams, and public buildings. Certified payrolls must be filed weekly with the appropriate awarding public body. Some projects such as airports and highways, may be subject to both the DBA and the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act. In these cases, the law which provides more protection or sets the highest standards applies. Q.
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