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California Work and business

CSU design-build contractors must commit to a skilled and trained workforce

A contractor cannot be prequalified, shortlisted or awarded a California State University design-build contract without an enforceable commitment that it and all subcontractors use a skilled and trained workforce for building trades work. Housing projects and work under project labor agreements are exempt.

Who it affects

Construction contractors bidding on California State University projects

When

This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.

Official text

California AB 1235: California State University: skilled and trained workforce requirement.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.

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