SB 1254, authored by Senator Mark Leno (D-San Francisco) and co-sponsored by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) and various other industry associations, would allow CSLB to issue and enforce a stop work order to licensed and unlicensed contractors who fail to provide workers’ compensation insurance coverage to their employees. A vital feature of the bill is the misdemeanor provisions that would be applicable for a Stop Work Order. Additionally, the bill’s increase in the authorization for the number of CSLB peace officers from 3 to 12 is an essential component; the enactment could more readily assist with CSLB’s enforcement against the burgeoning underground economy.
SPEC urges all industry members to write their letters of support to the committee prior to the hearing, and if possible, to appear in person at the hearing. The committee must receive comments before 9:00 a.m. on June 15th.
see attachment for contact list and sample letter
“SPEC is standing strong in the battle against underground activity, but needs industry members to become pro-active in this fight by communicating their support to help fight the fight,” explained John Norwood, President of SPEC. “SB 1254 is a critical weapon in the arsenal to win the battle.”
SPEC has recently authored two hard-hitting Fact Sheets –that explain what is really at stake for legitimate industry members and for consumers; and what SPEC is doing to help combat those who are propelling the California underground economy, and how industry and consumers can help. Industry members are encouraged to download these Fact Sheets at www.calspec.org or call 916-447-4113 to request copies.
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