Monthly Archives: October 2025
Update on Illinois Prevailing Wage Act: Full Journeyman Fringe Benefits Required for Apprentices Effective June 30, 2025 | Public Act 104-017 (HB 2488)
Summary: Beginning June 30, 2025, Illinois requires apprentices on “public works” projects to receive full journeyman-level fringe benefits, even if union or apprenticeship program terms say otherwise. “Public works” under the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (IPWA) includes nearly all fixed works constructed, maintained, or demolished by or for a public body and paid for… Read More »
Federal Order as of September 30, 2025 and its Impact on DBE, ACDBE, and Prime Vendors
On September 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation (“DOT”) announced a significant change to the eligibility criteria for its Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) and Airport Concessions DBE (“ACDBE”) Programs. The Interim Final Rule (“IFR”) regarding the Federal DBE Program (49 CFR Parts 23 & 26) took effect on October 3, 2025. The IFR… Read More »