Question

The Davis-Bacon Act ________. a. increases the burden of proof on employers to rebut some discrimination claims b. requires that mechanics and laborers on public construction projects be paid the prevailing wage in an area c. extends the prevailing-wage concept to manufacturers or suppliers of goods for government contracts d. states that income from most stock plans need not be included in calculating overtime pay

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is b. requires that mechanics and laborers on public construction projects be paid the prevailing wage in an area.

Explanation:

The Davis-Bacon Act is a law that affects the main contractors and subcontractors that work through construction contracts with the State or political subdivisions whose amount exceeds $ 2000. This law protects construction workers such as carpenters, plumbers, power equipment operators, workers, etc. Covered workers must receive at least prevailing wage levels and supplementary benefits for similar jobs in the same location. The prevailing wage levels and benefits are determined by the Alaska Department of Labor and must be included in the contract assignment and the announced specifications.